News and reports

Boots Pharmacies have set up a scheme to provide 'safe space' for victims of domestic abuse. The scheme has been set up in response to the desperate situation facing many victims who are isolating with perpetrators during lockdown.

Bereavement is never easy but more than ever we are facing a tragic loss of life, often under very difficult circumstances, as we move through these uncertain times. Find out where you can go for help and advice.

All this week is Cervical Screening Awareness Week. The week aims to highlight the importance of regular cervical screening for women's health.

Citizens Advice Darlington have a debt and money advice service available to anyone who may have financial worries in these difficult times as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Darlington Maternity Voices in Partnership Group have produced a survey asking women about their pregnancy experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Oral Health Foundation have produced a poster on changes to the way dentists will operate in light of COVID-19. NHS England have also produced a stakeholder briefing to explain the re-opening of some dental services from 8th June 2020.

The Council for Disabled Children are working in association with FLARE to ensure disabled children and young people, and those with special educational needs, have an equal say in issues and decisions that affect them and their families.

On-the-go wellbeing support is available to new and expectant fathers in County Durham and Darlington, Teesside and North Yorkshire and York thanks to a new app procured by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust.

The Age of Creativity Festival usually held in May has been postponed until May 2021. However, Age of Creativity want to share the virtual events that you have organised so they can be enjoyed by a large number of people around the country.

We are pleased to announce our 'Volunteers of the month' for June 2020. Hear from our volunteers and find out why they have been awarded with this recognition.

Darlington Carers Support are holding their next afternoon tea and cake party this Thursday on Zoom in their 'virtual' carer support room!

All this month is LGBT Pride month, recognising the influence LGBT people have had in the UK and around the world.