1. Volunteers needed in Darlington to design a new health and fitness App

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    Darlington Borough Council are working with local GPs, the NHS and Virtual Health Labs to design an App for becoming more active, eating better and losing weight.

  2. 6 virtual groups to join if you want to make friends

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    Have you been shielding in the last few months during the pandemic? Maybe it's just been generally harder for you to go out everyday and maintain a social life? Country Living may have the perfect suggestions for you!

  3. Darlington Libraries - Cockerton branch celebrates special milestone on Wednesday 2nd September

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    The popular and well-loved Cockerton branch library celebrates its 50th birthday next week, having first opened on 2 September 1970, and you can be there!

  4. Citizens Advice Darlington - Help and support for carers

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    Are you struggling to find the help you need in carrying out your carer duties? Help is available in a variety of ways.

  5. North East Family Fun - What to do when it rains in the North East

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    If you're stuck inside due to the weather and not sure what to do with your kids to keep them entertained, North East Family Fun have some great suggestions for places to visit.

  6. Samaritans - #RealPeopleRealStories campaign encouraging men to seek help in tough times

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    Samaritans have started a new campaign aimed at encouraging men to seek help for their mental health by showcasing stories from other men who've been through tough times and how Samaritans have changed their lives.

  7. Getting back to normal after lockdown

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    As we prepare to get back to ‘a new normal’ many people feel uncertain or anxious about the future. This page features links to organisations offering tips on coping with these feelings and strategies that might help when returning to new routines.

  8. Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust - Join #OurBigConversation

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    People across Teesside, County Durham, Darlington, North Yorkshire and York are being asked to share their views to help improve mental health and learning disability services.

  9. County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) - 'The Week Ahead' Newsletter

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    CDDFT have released the latest edition of their newsletter 'The Week Ahead'.

  10. Learning & Skills - 2 Apprenticeships available

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    Have you ever wanted to get involved in business administration or health and social care but you're not sure how to get there? Learning and Skills might have the opportunity you've been waiting for.

  11. The Eve Appeal - September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month!

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    Throughout Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month, The Eve Appeal are running their annual campaign Go Red, and this year they are raising awareness of red flag symptom - abnormal bleeding.

  12. Care Quality Commission - Don't hold back from giving feedback, #BecauseWeAllCare

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    The CQC are encouraging the public to get involved in Healthwatch's national #BecauseWeAllCare campaign.

  13. Mental Health North East - August 2020 Bulletin

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    MHNE have released the August edition of their newsletter packed with features and news on courses and activities available across the North East.

  14. The Health Foundation - Who would want to be 20 in 2020?

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    The Health Foundation's Director of Health, Jo Bibby, has looked at the experience of coronavirus through the eyes of young people asking the question' Who would want to be 20 in 2020?'

  15. Place2Be - Free online Mental Health Champions - Foundation Programme to help teachers gain a deeper understanding of Mental Health

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    Are you a teacher beginning the new academic year after lockdown? Would you be interested in a free online course to further develop your understanding of children and young people's mental health?

  16. Local spotlight - Family Help

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    Today we are featuring Family Help.

  17. Darlington Organisations Together (DOT) Network Meeting - Save the date

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    The next Darlington Organisations Together (DOT) Network meeting will take place on Thursday 10th September, 10am-12:00pm using the video conference platform Zoom.

  18. Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC) - August Newsletter

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    The DHSC have released the August edition of their voluntary sector newsletter.

  19. Your Covid Recovery - helping you recover from the long term effects of COVID-19

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    Have you, or has a family member or close friend been in hospital due to COVID-19? This will have been a stressful time for all of you - but how can you recover from this?

  20. DadPad - On-the-go wellbeing support for Dads

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    Finding it hard to get to grips with parenthood? A free app is now available in Durham & Darlington, North Yorkshire & York, and Teesside helping new and expectant fathers adjust to becoming a dad.

  21. Researchers in County Durham and Darlington doing 'vital work' on Covid-19 studies

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    New research is being carried out nationally studying patients with coronavirus as part of the national effort to find treatments, with researchers from hospitals in County Durham and Darlington at the forefront of these efforts.

  22. Motability - One Big Day event online for disabled drivers, Thursday 10th September

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    Motability are hosting their One Big Day event online this year, offering disabled people and their families access to online content all about the car, scooter and powered wheelchair scheme, from the safety and comfort of their own home.

  23. Darlington Primary Care Network - How do you make an appointment for a flu vaccine this year?

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    The flu vaccine is being delivered in a different way this year in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, but how can you make your appointment and get your vaccine in a safe and timely manner?

  24. Routes to Work - Planning the next stage of your future

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    These times we are currently facing are unprecedented and a lot of people are worried about what happens next in their lives. If you would like support planning the next stages of your future then let Routes To Work help.

  25. The King's Fund - Personalising digital tools for people with learning disabilities: challenges and solution - online event, Thursday 8th October

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    The Kings Fund are holding a FREE online event entitled 'Personalising digital tools for people with learning disabilities: challenges and solutions', and you can be part of it!

  26. 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.

  27. County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) - 'The Week Ahead' Newsletter

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    CDDFT have released the latest edition of their newsletter 'The Week Ahead'.

  28. Unforgettable Experiences - 2 volunteering opportunities available

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    Unforgettable Experiences are recruiting for Digital and Creative Champions to get involved in their program of events and teachings for the over 75's with Dementia.

  29. Engagement event to share your views

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    NHSE/I, together with the Academy of Royal Medical Colleges, are holding a post-engagement event on 22 September from 9:00am – 12:00pm to provide the public and medical professionals with a platform to share views with them on previous proposals.

  30. Darlington Borough Council - Still time left to get involved in the School Uniform Exchange

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    Darlington Borough Council are being supported by Darlington Cares in their School Uniform Exchange programme - a Darlington based initiative that recycles good quality school uniforms, and there's still time for you to get involved!

  31. Thursday is World Suicide Prevention Day

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    This Thursday, 10th September is World Suicide Prevention Day 2020 - an awareness day observed every year, in order to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides.

  32. Free course available at Morrison Trust

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    The HABC Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing Manufacturing Operations (QCF) is designed for those learners wanting to work within a range of manufacturing industries and enables individuals to develop essential work-based skills.

  33. Today is #999Day!

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    As today is #999Day, Our Frontline are raising awareness of the tireless work our key, frontline workers are doing especially during the pandemic and show that they too are supported to do their job to the best of their ability.

  34. Doctors of the World - Coronavirus information now translated into 60 languages

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    Doctors of the World is pleased to be able to offer coronavirus (COVID-19) translated resources in 60 languages, which were produced in partnership with the British Red Cross.

  35. Update on Coronavirus guidelines concerning social gatherings in England

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    There has been a change in the social gatherings guidance in light of a spike in Coronavirus cases in England.

  36. Opportunity to volunteer with Healthwatch Darlington...

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    We are looking for social media volunteers to join us as we continue to reach out to Darlington across the autumn and winter months helping to keep patients, service users and their families up-to-date with the latest health and care information.

  37. Local spotlight - The Community Peer Mentors

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    Today we are featuring The Community Peer Mentors.

  38. Darlington Organisations Together (DOT) Network Meeting - TOMORROW, Thursday 10th September

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    The next Darlington Organisations Together (DOT) Network meeting will take place on Thursday 10th September, 10am-12:00pm using the video conference platform Zoom.

  39. 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.

  40. County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) - 'The Week Ahead' Newsletter

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    CDDFT have released the latest edition of their newsletter 'The Week Ahead'.

  41. Citizens Advice Darlington - Debt and Money Advice Hub Service Update

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    Citizens Advice Darlington now have pre bookable face to face debt appointments available for their Debt and Money Advice Hub.

  42. North East NHS Independent Complaints Advocacy (ICA) - Unhappy with your NHS treatment or care?

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    Want to make a complaint but you’re not sure where to start? North East NHS Independent Complaints Advocacy (ICA) can help.

  43. Do you feel daunted about having an online video consultation with your GP?

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    Take a look at this NHS guide to help ensure your appointment runs smoothly and is a success!




  44. GP practices are still open

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    GPs across Darlington are reminding members of the public that GP services remain open and that if anyone requires a consultation with a doctor or nurse, they shouldn’t delay contacting their local practice.

  45. Learn more about diabetes and exercise at free online event

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    The North of England Diabetes UK team will present a free online session later this month for people living with diabetes, taking an informal and relaxed look at the basics of getting more active.

  46. Darlington Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service - August Newsletter

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    Darlington Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) have released the August edition of their newsletter.

  47. Get Well for Winter

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    The North East and Cumbria Learning Disability Network and Skills for People are launching Get Well for Winter, a project to promote health & well-being in the run up to Christmas to support the most physically vulnerable.

  48. Unforgettable Experiences - Now taking referrals!

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    Unforgettable Experiences provide older people, their families and carers with access to arts, culture, heritage and sport to improve health and wellbeing, delay dementia, reduce isolation and improve quality of life.

  49. COVID-19: What people are telling Healthwatch

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    In their latest briefing, Healthwatch England look at the key issues the public have faced during the COVID-19 pandemic.