1. News -

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

    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.
  3. News -

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

    We will be launching two brand new online information sessions from October 2020. We wanted to share full details with you about these sessions and how your organisation can get involved.
  5. News -

    Help improve the experience of essential workers, working in County Durham or Darlington during the Covid-19 pandemic.
  6. News -

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

    The Darlington Primary Care Network flu vaccination drive- through programme officially launched on Monday 28th September at The Northern Echo Arena, Darlington Mowden Park Rugby Club!
  8. News -

    A new telephone project launched to connect socially isolated or lonely service users with friendly volunteers and staff to talk about care experiences and ask questions. 
     
  9. News -

    The Darlington Dementia Advice & Support Team share their latest news in their quarterly newsletter, find out about service updates and the next public Dementia Friends session on the 29th October.
  10. News -

    Healthwatch Darlington & Darlington Primary Care Network will be working in partnership to understand patient experiences of those who have used GP surgeries during the pandemic.
  11. News -

    The Connect Health MSK Service in Darlington have recently launched a digital self referral service.
  12. News -

    Humankind services are open and providing support to individuals via face to face floating support and their drop in service at the Houndgate Office, in addition they are also providing over the phone support.
  13. News -

    Groundwork are currently offering 1-1 walks with one of their friendly members of staff.
  14. Report -

    Children, young people, parents and carers tell us what they think contributes to poor mental wellbeing of young people including the changes they would like to see to improving the provision of mental health information across the town.
  15. News -

    Diabetes UK share an update on key information and support now available in relation to coronavirus and the impact on services including 'Your diabetes care during coronavirus' and new advice for people 'Preparing for remote appointments'.
  16. News -

    Concessionary bus pass holders in Darlington are being asked to come forward with details of any changes to their personal details as the council prepares for the renewal of around 14,000 passes which are set to expire at the end of March 2021.
  17. News -

    Amanda, a Patient Liaison Assistant (PLA) at Denmark Street Surgery, more commonly known as a Doctors Receptionist shares how their job title has recently been changed to try and relay to patients what their job involves.
  18. News -

    Due to some of the Covid 19 restrictions being lifted, Darlington Christians Against Poverty Debt Centre is now able to offer their client's face to face appointments - either in their homes or in Covid secure spaces.
  19. News -

    NHS Digital have recently announced plans to allow an NHS system to extract patient data from doctors’ surgeries in England. The new data-sharing system was due to start in July but has now been pushed back to 1 September.
  20. Report -

    We share how we've made a difference during the pandemic, our new way of working, the fantastic support of our volunteers, Youthwatch Darlington's recognition as well as the impact we have had on services and the community during the last 12 months.
  21. News -

    In the summer edition of their newsletter Routes To Work share an update on their service in Darlington and welcome two new members to their team.
  22. News -

    Opportunities for greater collaborative working between community pharmacy, primary care networks (PCNs) and federations within integrated care systems (ICSs).
  23. News -

    SAVE THE DATE Thursday 14th October 9.30am – 1.00pm
  24. News -

    A possible rule change this April could see millions of people in England charged for prescriptions they currently get for free.
  25. News -

    On Monday there was a significant level of parliamentary interest in dentistry - particularly around Healthwatch England's recent 'What people have told us about NHS dentistry' report.
  26. News -

    Healthwatch Darlington helps people have their say about health & care services in the town. Your experiences will provide us with a complete picture of the last 2 years of the pandemic.
  27. News -

    A fortnightly round-up of all the latest news and events on integrating health and care across the country, including examples of best practice from NHS, local government and voluntary sector partnerships.
  28. News -

    Healthwatch England reflect on some key things to be aware of in terms of the Government’s priorities (in relation to health and social care) for the next year..............
  29. News -

    NHS Tees Valley CCG is currently reviewing non-complex, age-related adult hearing services across the Tees Valley.
  30. News -

    We are pleased to invite you to our next DOT meeting on Thursday 15th September 2022 10am to 12pm via Zoom - joining details on the agenda below.

  31. News -

    Anna McLaren, Widening Participation Ambassador at STRIVE Academic Centre (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) is leading Health Education England funded project on behalf of health and social care partners across the Tees Valley.
  32. News -

    Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) are currently in the process of completing the Equality Delivery System 2022 (EDS 2022) within the Trust which
  33. News -

    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published a report following an inspection of forensic inpatient or secure wards, run by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust in July and August.
  34. News -

    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published its annual survey of people’s experiences of NHS community mental health services.
  35. News -

    Effective Monday 31st October, Morrisons Pharmacy at Morton Park have changed their opening hours
  36. News -

    Are you aged 16-25? Want to make a difference to the way health and care services are run for people your age? You could be the perfect fit to become a Youthwatch Volunteer!
  37. News -

    Healthwatch North Tyneside have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Support Officer to join their staff team.
  38. News -

    Consultations are to take place via 2 public engagement events on the proposal to relocate the baby memorial garden currently at University Hospital of North Durham - to allow for expansion of the emergency department - and you're invited.
  39. News -

    The NHS has issued a press notice telling the public to seek emergency care if they need to during industrial action and take simple steps to help ensure care is available to patients who need it most.
  40. News -

    We're delighted to introduce our 'How did it go for you?' survey for 2023, asking for your thoughts on how health and care services have been for you recently.
  41. News -

    Although strikes planned for 6 and 8 March were called off as unions agree to enter pay talks with the Government, industrial action continues.
  42. News -

    As the 4-day strike gets underway, the public are being urged to continue to use services as normal and attend planned appointments unless told otherwise.
  43. News -

    Age UK North Yorkshire and Darlington is currently looking for volunteer drivers to help deliver the meals for it's 'Meals at Home' service.
  44. News -

    If you have a complaint to make about a healthcare service, knowing the correct procedure can be tricky. So how do you make a complaint?
  45. News -

    Darlington social prescribers are hosting their first ‘WELL’ Being event at The Well Methodist Church, 164 North Road, Darlington, DL1 2EL on Tuesday 1st August 2023 between 11am-2pm.
  46. Response -

    No matter what size of group or organisation, we would like to hear what challenges you are facing and what support and funding would help you and those you support in the future.