1. Information for vulnerable groups Covid-19

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    Although lockdown is easing, Covid-19 has not gone away. Please see below some useful up to date information and advice for our most vulnerable in the community

  2. Learning Disabilities Useful Links and Information

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    We've put together a range of information from a number of organisations that provide groups, activities, resources and information to support people with a learning disability.

  3. How to communicate better with people with hearing loss

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    COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.

  4. Think you need to go to A&E? Call NHS 111 first

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    The NHS is providing a new and more convenient way for you to access urgent care from the 1 December. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.

  5. Daisy Chain Family Support Service

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    Learning & Development Opportunities

  6. Children and Young People's Emotional Wellbeing Support over Christmas

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    Please find below useful contacts for over the festive period.

    The Mental Health Support Team wish you an enjoyable festive season and best wishes for 2022.

  7. Children and Young People's Emotional Wellbeing Support over Christmas

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    Please find below useful contacts for over the festive period.

    The Mental Health Support Team wish you an enjoyable festive season and best wishes for 2022.

  8. Darlington Borough Council Sanctuary Scheme

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    The Sanctuary Scheme is a scheme to protect vulnerable people at risk of domestic abuse.

  9. Alzheimer's Society Dementia Information Card, Directory & Newsletter

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    The more people are aware of these local services, the better support people can access to live well with dementia.

  10. Bowel Cancer UK launch Colonoscopy Confidence Campaign

    Advice and Information -

    We know some people feel anxious or worried when they’re told they need a colonoscopy but it’s important to have this test if they’re referred.

  11. Better Health Food Scanner App campaign

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    The Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID)'s new childhood nutrition campaign focuses on using the Food Scanner app to help families make healthier food swaps.

  12. Healthwatch Darlington's Annual Report 2019/20

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    Find out more about our highlights from 2019/20, our dedicated volunteers, how we have made a difference and our plans for the coming months.

  13. TEWV Response to Healthwatch Darlington LGBT+ Experiences of Health Services Report

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    Healthwatch Darlington wanted to understand the experiences encountered by the LGBT+ community in Darlington when accessing healthcare services. Read Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust response to our report.

  14. Healthwatch Darlington Pandemic Experiences Report 2020 - 2022

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    Healthwatch Darlington wanted to explore the experiences of local people at each stage of the COVID-19 pandemic. This report highlights three important milestones:
    Pre vaccine experiences, Vaccine experiences, Post vaccine experiences.

  15. Growing Older, Planning Ahead Reports

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    We have pleasure in sharing reports that offer insights into the needs of people with learning disabilities aged 40 and above in the combined Tees Valley area as well as here in Darlington.