Hello We are working with volunteers to deliver digital outreach support to people who already have a tablet/smart phone/computer and an internet connection, to make the best use of their device. The volunteers work with a person over the telephone to guide local residents to become better connected. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions we are…
Read More We know that, for many people, self-isolation is not easy. Not being able to go to school or work and missing out on seeing friends and family can be really challenging for our physical and mental health. Download the new publication – ‘Together Apart: Navigating Self-Isolation in North Tyneside’ here. Thanks to contributors and to…
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We’re on Soundcloud Enjoy this newsletter on the go by downloading our podcast at soundcloud.com/healthwatch-newcastle Stars in their eyes! We are proud to recognise the contribution that people and organisations make to the success of social care and health services in our city. Congratulations to the following people and services, which have recently received…
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Throughout COVID19 Care & Connect staff have continued to address the needs of North Tyneside residents, via telephone, garden gate visits or essential home visits. Care and Connect aims to ‘help people to help’ themselves in order to prevent and delay the social care needs of individuals, by connecting them with others, with the community…
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*We try to make sure our emails are as safe as possible for our campaigners, so want to let you know that this email mentions suicide. Please read with care.* We have some exciting news! After a long wait of over two years, on Wednesday the UK Government published their plans to reform the Mental…
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As we enter a new year and a new lockdown, now’s a great time to check in with the people around you. We know that these changes can be difficult for those us with mental health problems. We’re sharing Angela’s blog from the first lockdown, as it’s a great reminder of the power of everyday conversations…
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Newcastle Carers have put together a booklet called “Looking after you” which includes tips and suggestions from staff, and carers they have recently spoken to, about ideas, activities and ways for carers to look after their wellbeing. To download and share our new booklet visit: Looking after you
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The Department of Health and Social Care have published the government’s plans to support people’s wellbeing and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic this winter. The plan sets out the support in place to help people stay well during the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic and through the winter months ahead, including wellbeing and…
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As a result of the lockdown we won’t be able to deliver the workshops as we had originally planned. However we have created an online version of creative workshops. Participants will need to use Zoom to access these. Download the flyer here. Thanks Best Wishes Lucie Henderson
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Supporting Adult Carers during Covid: Tuesday 26 January, 2pm to 3pm Become a Dementia Friend: Thursday 4 February, 11am to 12pm Carers Awareness: Thursday 11 February, 2pm to 3.30pm Click on the links for more information, or email training@ntcarers.co.uk
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