1. News -

    Darlington Borough Council share the spring term edition of the 11 – 19 Practitioner Newsletter.
  2. News -

    The latest newsletter for March 2021 from Mental Health North East is now available. Find out more about 'Mentally Sound: Life in Lockdown Radio & Podcast Show' and events that might be of interest. 
  3. News -

    Kooth share their April update, their main focus is on Stress Awareness Month which has been running every April since 1992 and highlights the importance of looking after our wellbeing, whatever form that might take.
  4. News -

    Darlington Mind are taking referrals for their supported living service which offers short and longer term accommodation across Darlington to vulnerable people suffering from mental and emotional health problems.
  5. News -

    Public Health England (PHE) have developed a series of short videos on COVID-19 vaccination to support and encourage people with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) to get their COVID-19 vaccines, and for promotion with GPs and healthcare professionals.
  6. News -

    Tees, Esk & Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust are asking young people under the age of 18 to design a logo for their new 'Mental Health Support Teams' in Darlington schools.
  7. News -

    The Mental Health Support Team (MHST) is an exciting new service in Darlington which has been formed as part of the government’s plans for schools to provide early intervention for mental health support.
  8. News -

    As lockdown restrictions begin to be lifted a little more with the next changes planned for 17th May, Kooth are still there to support the wellbeing of the nation.
  9. News -

    Untreated, perinatal mental illness is one of the leading causes of death for women during pregnancy and the first year after birth. Are you aware of some of the mental health difficulties and symptoms?
  10. News -

    The 700 Club Church View Apartments are now OPEN for referrals. The apartments offer an environment in which individuals are provided with the space and time to learn the skills and develop the confidence and resilience to live independently.
  11. News -

    MHNE share their latest bulletin packed with all their latest news and information on training and job opportunities.
  12. News -

    The team at Healthwatch Darlington including one of our volunteers share inspirational nature tips and useful information this Mental Health Awareness Week as we explore this years theme 'connect with nature'.
  13. News -

    Routes To Work share their spring newsletter and new leaflet, find out how they can support you back into work, and read some of their success stories.
  14. News -

    Rollercoaster are offering parents and carers supporting a child or young person experiencing emotional or mental health difficulties a range of Free online training from Creative Education.

  15. News -

    Congratulations to Savannah, age 7 who has been randomly selected as our 'Healthy Food' competition winner and will receive a £50 shopping voucher.
  16. News -

    Healthwatch Darlington is acting as the lead suicide prevention tin coordinator for the Borough of Darlington on behalf of the North East & North Cumbria Suicide Prevention Network.
  17. News -

    As part of Youthwatch Darlington's 'Healthy Eating and Exercise Project' our young volunteers have created 50x FREE 'Seed and Wellbeing Kits' for children aged 4 to 11 years of age who live in Darlington.
  18. News -

    Would you like to de-stress?, boost your mood?, move a little bit more? The Active Life Foundation are offering FREE outdoor sessions starting this week in Darlington locations.
  19. News -

    In the latest edition of Mental Health North Easts newsletter find out more about their 'mentally sound' podcast, latest mental health reports, 'help is at hand' bereavement resource and mental health courses that are currently available.
  20. 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.
  21. News -

    BNF Healthy Eating Week will take place from 14 to 18 June 2021, taking all of the UK on its ‘Find your healthier you’ journey!
  22. News -

    Darlington Mind are delivering a session at Morrison Trust to help and support 11-18 year old's to build self-esteem and improve their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Covering topics on body image, self-harm and exams.
  23. News -

    The Darlington Mental Health Support Team (MHST) share their June 2021 newsletter. Read about how they have started working within schools supporting the children and young people of Darlington with their mental health wellbeing.

  24. News -

    Every year, during the month of June, the LGBT community celebrates in a number of different ways. Across the globe, various events are held during this special month as a way of recognising the influence LGBT people have had around the world.
  25. 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.
  26. News -

    During the six week holiday, Darlington Mind are offering a programme of online workshops, peer mentor schemes and drop-in sessions, all free of charge and entirely online (via Teams).
  27. News -

    This year's school summer holidays are now just around the corner and Kooth want you to know that they will be available throughout to support young people in your area.
  28. News -

    As well as the usual selection of news and stories from throughout the region this month’s bulletin also includes the MHNE volunteer’s personal experiences of caring for loved ones.


  29. News -

    Tees, Esk & Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust - Darlington Mental Health Support Team will be delivering drop-in sessions for both parent carers and young people in the summer holidays.
  30. News -

    Feeling The Summer is a virtual festival for young people (14-19 year olds) taking place between the 9th -13th of August, brought to you by Rethink Mental Illness and Mental Health UK.
  31. News -

    The July bulletin concentrates on dementia, there is a mixture of experiences recorded in the stories and links of places to go for support and help if needed as well as the usual selection of news and stories from throughout the region.
  32. News -

    Healthwatch Darlington as well as four other Healthwatch organisations across the Tees Valley are working with the local Mental Health Alliance Partnership to understand how mental health services are being used by local people.
  33. News -

    Being active is good for our physical and mental wellbeing, it’s been proven to make us happier and healthier. HowFit encourages people of all ages and abilities to follow a plan of simple exercises to do at home and no equipment is needed.
  34. News -

    Registrations are now open for the North East and North Cumbria (NENC) Suicide Prevention Network virtual event for World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September 10am-12pm.
  35. News -

    World Suicide Prevention Day, observed on 10th September each year, is an opportunity to focus public attention on what we can all do to help prevent suicide.
  36. News -

    The August MHNE bulletin concentrates on the very problem of domestic abuse and contains help lines and other useful information of where to go for support as well as the usual selection of news and stories from throughout the region.
  37. News -

    On World Suicide Prevention Day we hand delivered 12 Suicide Prevention Tins to Haughton Methodist Church.
  38. News -

    Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) are holding two public consultation sessions for you to share your views on the draft Equality Delivery System 2 (EDS2).
  39. News -

    The Darlington Mental Health Support Team (MHST) share their September 2021 newsletter and details of the support they can offer if your child is struggling with back to school worry and anxiety.
  40. News -

    Take the opportunity to improve your skills and achieve an ICT qualification for FREE! You will learn in a friendly and supportive environment and at a pace to suit your needs.
  41. News -

    The Darlington Mental Health Support Team (MHST) would love to hear your opinions on how they can best involve you and keep you up to date with their service.
  42. News -

    Arcus share information about their services, support and accredited training.
  43. News -

    Mental Health North East share their September 2021 bulletin, in this bulletin they look at voluntary and community organisations supporting refugees.
  44. News -

    The focus of World Mental Health Day 2021 is to give everybody the right access to mental health support.
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  45. Report -

    Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) working with the Tees Valley Healthwatch Network and Tees Valley Mental Health Alliance
  46. News -

    What can the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill do to ensure that children who are criminally exploited receive the care and support they need?
  47. Advice and Information -

    Please find below link to Signhealth charity who provide support/resources for deaf people and guidance for practitioners who work with them:
  48. Advice and Information -

    A Multi-Agency Partnership Briefing Podcast on Domestic Abuse has been developed setting out the new protections under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021.
  49. News -

    Friday 19 November 2021
    International Men’s Day celebrates the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. It highlights positive role models and raises awareness of men’s wellbeing.
  50. Advice and Information -

    Qwell (www.qwell.io) is a safe and an anonymous mental health and wellbeing online community service.