Our new strategy We’ve come a long way in the last few years. Mental health is no longer a taboo topic. It’s on the front pages of newspapers, it’s high on the political agenda. It’s discussed at work and at dinner tables. For millions of people, mental health is now something to be honest about –…
Read MoreIf you’re one of the thousands of people across the North East who provide unpaid care and support to relatives, friends and neighbours who couldn’t manage without your help, the Directors of Social Services across the region (ADASS) would like to hear from you. The survey closes on 14 May Take the survey
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Comfort boxes are to help reduce anxiety for people pregnant again following a loss. They include a journal to log thoughts, hope and support cards with mindfulness techniques, rainbow print for new pregnancy, info leaflet for dads and partners, info leaflets from baby loss charities. They are available from Monday 26 April. Find out more
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Meet our Healthwatch Stars! Congratulations to the following people and care services, which recently received our Healthwatch Star award: Sandra Hopkins at Denecroft Residential Care Home for keeping residents and staff safe during the pandemic. Quanfeng Evans at Allan Court Care Home for her care and positivity. Dr Loraine Kalra and team at the RVI…
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Young Black men’s mental health has been hit hard by the pandemic and urgent cross-government action is needed now to avoid jeopardising their futures, according to a briefing published today by Centre for Mental Health. Read more here. Download the report here.
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Age UK is looking to recruit befrienders who will support an older person by visiting them in their home environment, once the Coronavirus restrictions ease and it is safe to do so. Until then, your friendship will begin on the phone, making it a great way to get to know the person, make a connection…
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VODA is working with Phoenix Detached Youth Project to create a new volunteering project for local young people. The project aims to create a space for young people to improve their local community through group projects. If you are or know a young person (aged 14-25) who has a passion for a cause and is…
Read MoreThe Neighbours Network would like to invite you to our next community conversation about key services available to residents in North Tyneside. The Neighbours Network is open to all! Whether you’re a resident, a volunteer, friend or organisation. It is an informal space for you, your friends and neighbours to hear about services that are important to your community. The…
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New videos to support people with severe mental illness (SMI) get their #COVID19 #vaccine and advice for primary care professionals that support people with SMI are now available here: https://bit.ly/3fM24KF @PHE_uk @EquallyWellUK @NHSEngland @dremmatiffin @wendyburn @CoProNorfolk The videos have been developed by Public Health England in collaboration with Equally Well UK and NHS England, including…
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Help inform the development of the government’s Women’s Health Strategy. The easiest way to participate in the call for evidence as an individual is by completing the public survey. They also welcome written submissions from individuals or organisations who have expertise in women’s health, such as researchers and third-sector organisations. Written submissions can include the contribution of data,…
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