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Are you blind or partially sighted and living in England? @rnib.bsky.social wants to hear about your experiences of accessing healthcare information and communications.
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October 8, 2026 at 9:15 AM
Are you blind or partially sighted and living in England? @rnib.bsky.social wants to hear about your experiences of accessing healthcare information and communications.
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Stockton Wellbeing Hub's October Timetable is here, and they have a fantastic range of activities and events for you to get involved in.
Join in throughout the month for:
- Support groups
- Wellbeing workshops
- Special sessions designed to help you stay connected, supported, and informed
Join in throughout the month for:
- Support groups
- Wellbeing workshops
- Special sessions designed to help you stay connected, supported, and informed
October 7, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Stockton Wellbeing Hub's October Timetable is here, and they have a fantastic range of activities and events for you to get involved in.
Join in throughout the month for:
- Support groups
- Wellbeing workshops
- Special sessions designed to help you stay connected, supported, and informed
Join in throughout the month for:
- Support groups
- Wellbeing workshops
- Special sessions designed to help you stay connected, supported, and informed
"Manager's Reflection: Mental Health and The Importance of Listening"
Mental health problems are not always easy to see, but they can cause real pain. Everyone’s experience is different, so there is no one way to recover.
Mental health problems are not always easy to see, but they can cause real pain. Everyone’s experience is different, so there is no one way to recover.
October 6, 2026 at 12:15 PM
"Manager's Reflection: Mental Health and The Importance of Listening"
Mental health problems are not always easy to see, but they can cause real pain. Everyone’s experience is different, so there is no one way to recover.
Mental health problems are not always easy to see, but they can cause real pain. Everyone’s experience is different, so there is no one way to recover.
As a Governor for the University Hospital Tees (UHT), Natasha was delighted to attend the UHT Annual General Meeting and Annual Members Meeting yesterday at Teesside University.
The event provided an opportunity for Governors and members of the public to reflect on the achievements, challenges...
The event provided an opportunity for Governors and members of the public to reflect on the achievements, challenges...
October 6, 2026 at 9:25 AM
As a Governor for the University Hospital Tees (UHT), Natasha was delighted to attend the UHT Annual General Meeting and Annual Members Meeting yesterday at Teesside University.
The event provided an opportunity for Governors and members of the public to reflect on the achievements, challenges...
The event provided an opportunity for Governors and members of the public to reflect on the achievements, challenges...
Do you have a health or care concern or query? We are here for you.
We can give you information and signpost you to health, care and community services in Stockton-on-Tees, plus you can tell us what you think about local services too.
We can give you information and signpost you to health, care and community services in Stockton-on-Tees, plus you can tell us what you think about local services too.
October 5, 2026 at 9:03 AM
Do you have a health or care concern or query? We are here for you.
We can give you information and signpost you to health, care and community services in Stockton-on-Tees, plus you can tell us what you think about local services too.
We can give you information and signpost you to health, care and community services in Stockton-on-Tees, plus you can tell us what you think about local services too.
Have your say on how health and care data is used.
NHS North East and North Cumbria is inviting people to share their views on Secure Data Environments, which help keep patient information safe while supporting research and improving services.
NHS North East and North Cumbria is inviting people to share their views on Secure Data Environments, which help keep patient information safe while supporting research and improving services.
October 2, 2026 at 9:26 AM
Have your say on how health and care data is used.
NHS North East and North Cumbria is inviting people to share their views on Secure Data Environments, which help keep patient information safe while supporting research and improving services.
NHS North East and North Cumbria is inviting people to share their views on Secure Data Environments, which help keep patient information safe while supporting research and improving services.
As part of the drop-in yesterday at the Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Janet spent time with @teessideuni.bsky.social Master of Public Health student Irtiza Aslam.
It was also great to catch up with Stockton Wellbeing Hub Manager, Sarah Jones & meet members of the public to tell them about what we do.
It was also great to catch up with Stockton Wellbeing Hub Manager, Sarah Jones & meet members of the public to tell them about what we do.
October 1, 2026 at 11:30 AM
As part of the drop-in yesterday at the Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Janet spent time with @teessideuni.bsky.social Master of Public Health student Irtiza Aslam.
It was also great to catch up with Stockton Wellbeing Hub Manager, Sarah Jones & meet members of the public to tell them about what we do.
It was also great to catch up with Stockton Wellbeing Hub Manager, Sarah Jones & meet members of the public to tell them about what we do.
This Stoptober, Healthwatch has got your back.
Quitting smoking is not an easy challenge and can feel like an impossible mountain to climb. But you don’t have to face it alone.
The NHS has lots of advice and information, and you can even join a support group.
Quitting smoking is not an easy challenge and can feel like an impossible mountain to climb. But you don’t have to face it alone.
The NHS has lots of advice and information, and you can even join a support group.
October 1, 2026 at 9:15 AM
This Stoptober, Healthwatch has got your back.
Quitting smoking is not an easy challenge and can feel like an impossible mountain to climb. But you don’t have to face it alone.
The NHS has lots of advice and information, and you can even join a support group.
Quitting smoking is not an easy challenge and can feel like an impossible mountain to climb. But you don’t have to face it alone.
The NHS has lots of advice and information, and you can even join a support group.
Come along to the friendly One Call Stockton drop-in session tomorrow.
Find out about the support, advice and services available through One Call Stockton.
Meet the team and discover helpful resources for local residents.
Where: Stockton Central Library
Date: Thursday 1 Oct
Time: 10.30am - 12pm
Find out about the support, advice and services available through One Call Stockton.
Meet the team and discover helpful resources for local residents.
Where: Stockton Central Library
Date: Thursday 1 Oct
Time: 10.30am - 12pm
September 30, 2026 at 9:50 AM
Come along to the friendly One Call Stockton drop-in session tomorrow.
Find out about the support, advice and services available through One Call Stockton.
Meet the team and discover helpful resources for local residents.
Where: Stockton Central Library
Date: Thursday 1 Oct
Time: 10.30am - 12pm
Find out about the support, advice and services available through One Call Stockton.
Meet the team and discover helpful resources for local residents.
Where: Stockton Central Library
Date: Thursday 1 Oct
Time: 10.30am - 12pm
Martha’s Rule is to be expanded to A&Es across England.
Patients, loved ones and NHS staff will be able to call a dedicated number to request an urgent review if a patient’s condition is getting worse and they’re concerned it’s not being listened to.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/3TSndsZ
Patients, loved ones and NHS staff will be able to call a dedicated number to request an urgent review if a patient’s condition is getting worse and they’re concerned it’s not being listened to.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/3TSndsZ
September 29, 2026 at 1:31 PM
Martha’s Rule is to be expanded to A&Es across England.
Patients, loved ones and NHS staff will be able to call a dedicated number to request an urgent review if a patient’s condition is getting worse and they’re concerned it’s not being listened to.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/3TSndsZ
Patients, loved ones and NHS staff will be able to call a dedicated number to request an urgent review if a patient’s condition is getting worse and they’re concerned it’s not being listened to.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/3TSndsZ
Janet from our engagement team will be at the Stockton Wellbeing Hub this Wednesday (tomorrow) where you can drop-in and speak about your health and care queries in confidence.
Date: Wednesday 30 Sept
Time: 11.30am - 3pm
Location: Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Wellington Square
Date: Wednesday 30 Sept
Time: 11.30am - 3pm
Location: Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Wellington Square
September 29, 2026 at 9:16 AM
Janet from our engagement team will be at the Stockton Wellbeing Hub this Wednesday (tomorrow) where you can drop-in and speak about your health and care queries in confidence.
Date: Wednesday 30 Sept
Time: 11.30am - 3pm
Location: Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Wellington Square
Date: Wednesday 30 Sept
Time: 11.30am - 3pm
Location: Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Wellington Square
A new Death Cafe is starting this week. A safe space for open conversation about life and death.
Come and join us for tea, cakes, and conversation in a supportive environment.
Where: Stockton Central Library
Date: Wednesday 30 Sept (and every third Wednesday of the month)
Time: 10am - 11.30am
Come and join us for tea, cakes, and conversation in a supportive environment.
Where: Stockton Central Library
Date: Wednesday 30 Sept (and every third Wednesday of the month)
Time: 10am - 11.30am
September 28, 2026 at 9:24 AM
A new Death Cafe is starting this week. A safe space for open conversation about life and death.
Come and join us for tea, cakes, and conversation in a supportive environment.
Where: Stockton Central Library
Date: Wednesday 30 Sept (and every third Wednesday of the month)
Time: 10am - 11.30am
Come and join us for tea, cakes, and conversation in a supportive environment.
Where: Stockton Central Library
Date: Wednesday 30 Sept (and every third Wednesday of the month)
Time: 10am - 11.30am
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If you are worried about an adult experiencing, or at risk of, abuse or neglect, find ways to report abuse here - www.tsab.org.uk/report-abuse/
See Something, Say Something
#Spotlight #SafeguardingAdults
See Something, Say Something
#Spotlight #SafeguardingAdults
September 25, 2026 at 3:04 PM
If you are worried about an adult experiencing, or at risk of, abuse or neglect, find ways to report abuse here - www.tsab.org.uk/report-abuse/
See Something, Say Something
#Spotlight #SafeguardingAdults
See Something, Say Something
#Spotlight #SafeguardingAdults
If you have any concerns at all about a child being at risk of harm, or an adult at risk of abuse, @tsab75.bsky.social has advice and information below about who to contact.
#safeguarding #stocktonontees
#safeguarding #stocktonontees
Safeguarding is everyone's business.
Every safeguarding concern reported has the potential to protect someone from harm and make a real difference to someone's life.
Every safeguarding concern reported has the potential to protect someone from harm and make a real difference to someone's life.
September 28, 2026 at 8:59 AM
If you have any concerns at all about a child being at risk of harm, or an adult at risk of abuse, @tsab75.bsky.social has advice and information below about who to contact.
#safeguarding #stocktonontees
#safeguarding #stocktonontees
Janet and Lynn from our engagement team were able to chat to other Stockton-based organisations today at the Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Winter Health Conference.
September 25, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Janet and Lynn from our engagement team were able to chat to other Stockton-based organisations today at the Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Winter Health Conference.
We’re here to listen.
Whether you want to share your health and social care experiences, or need help with a query or concern, our team is ready to support you.
You can call us from 9am to 4pm every Monday to Friday, on 0300 180 0660.
Whether you want to share your health and social care experiences, or need help with a query or concern, our team is ready to support you.
You can call us from 9am to 4pm every Monday to Friday, on 0300 180 0660.
September 25, 2026 at 9:02 AM
We’re here to listen.
Whether you want to share your health and social care experiences, or need help with a query or concern, our team is ready to support you.
You can call us from 9am to 4pm every Monday to Friday, on 0300 180 0660.
Whether you want to share your health and social care experiences, or need help with a query or concern, our team is ready to support you.
You can call us from 9am to 4pm every Monday to Friday, on 0300 180 0660.
A new Warm Welcome has launched in the Primrose Hill area for anyone looking for a friendly place to meet new people.
Date: Every Monday
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: Primrose Hill Community Centre, Appleton Road
Everyone welcome for:
• Bingo
• Dominoes
• Tea, coffee and biscuits
• Good company
Date: Every Monday
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: Primrose Hill Community Centre, Appleton Road
Everyone welcome for:
• Bingo
• Dominoes
• Tea, coffee and biscuits
• Good company
September 24, 2026 at 9:15 AM
A new Warm Welcome has launched in the Primrose Hill area for anyone looking for a friendly place to meet new people.
Date: Every Monday
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: Primrose Hill Community Centre, Appleton Road
Everyone welcome for:
• Bingo
• Dominoes
• Tea, coffee and biscuits
• Good company
Date: Every Monday
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: Primrose Hill Community Centre, Appleton Road
Everyone welcome for:
• Bingo
• Dominoes
• Tea, coffee and biscuits
• Good company
@tsab75.bsky.social is busting some myths around safeguarding.
Check out the facts below to make sure you are up to date.
Check out the facts below to make sure you are up to date.
SAFEGUARDING MYTH BUSTING:
Separating fact from fiction!
See Something, Say Something!
www.tsab.org.uk/report-abuse/
Separating fact from fiction!
See Something, Say Something!
www.tsab.org.uk/report-abuse/
September 23, 2026 at 1:45 PM
@tsab75.bsky.social is busting some myths around safeguarding.
Check out the facts below to make sure you are up to date.
Check out the facts below to make sure you are up to date.
Join CGL Stockton Recovery Service and Bridges Family and Carer Service on 28 September for the Human Library.
As part of Recovery Month, this event is your chance to hear impactful stories from the lived experience staff members at CGL Stockton Recovery Service.
@changegrowlive.bsky.social
As part of Recovery Month, this event is your chance to hear impactful stories from the lived experience staff members at CGL Stockton Recovery Service.
@changegrowlive.bsky.social
September 23, 2026 at 10:02 AM
Join CGL Stockton Recovery Service and Bridges Family and Carer Service on 28 September for the Human Library.
As part of Recovery Month, this event is your chance to hear impactful stories from the lived experience staff members at CGL Stockton Recovery Service.
@changegrowlive.bsky.social
As part of Recovery Month, this event is your chance to hear impactful stories from the lived experience staff members at CGL Stockton Recovery Service.
@changegrowlive.bsky.social
A new weekly bus service has launched, helping to improve access to essential services for residents in the Clarences.
For many people, limited transport options can make it difficult to reach places outside the local area. This can create real challenges when trying to access healthcare etc.
For many people, limited transport options can make it difficult to reach places outside the local area. This can create real challenges when trying to access healthcare etc.
September 22, 2026 at 3:03 PM
A new weekly bus service has launched, helping to improve access to essential services for residents in the Clarences.
For many people, limited transport options can make it difficult to reach places outside the local area. This can create real challenges when trying to access healthcare etc.
For many people, limited transport options can make it difficult to reach places outside the local area. This can create real challenges when trying to access healthcare etc.
University Hospital Tees has launched The Big Maternity & Neonates Conversation & would like to hear from you.
Have you used their maternity or neonatal services?
The survey is open to people who have used services provided by University Hospitals Tees, including:
▪️James Cook University Hospital
Have you used their maternity or neonatal services?
The survey is open to people who have used services provided by University Hospitals Tees, including:
▪️James Cook University Hospital
September 22, 2026 at 9:02 AM
University Hospital Tees has launched The Big Maternity & Neonates Conversation & would like to hear from you.
Have you used their maternity or neonatal services?
The survey is open to people who have used services provided by University Hospitals Tees, including:
▪️James Cook University Hospital
Have you used their maternity or neonatal services?
The survey is open to people who have used services provided by University Hospitals Tees, including:
▪️James Cook University Hospital
This week, we are supporting @tsab75.bsky.social & their campaign: A Spotlight on the Identifying & Reporting Safeguarding Concerns.
Over the week, we will be sharing TSAB's posts to highlight the important role we all play in identifying abuse & neglect & helping people get the support they need.
Over the week, we will be sharing TSAB's posts to highlight the important role we all play in identifying abuse & neglect & helping people get the support they need.
September 21, 2026 at 12:02 PM
This week, we are supporting @tsab75.bsky.social & their campaign: A Spotlight on the Identifying & Reporting Safeguarding Concerns.
Over the week, we will be sharing TSAB's posts to highlight the important role we all play in identifying abuse & neglect & helping people get the support they need.
Over the week, we will be sharing TSAB's posts to highlight the important role we all play in identifying abuse & neglect & helping people get the support they need.
Janet from our engagement team and Johnny from Wolviston Village Community Centre were busy last week preparing for a health and wellbeing drop-in event at the Centre on 14th October.
Plans are well underway for a range of local healthcare and wellbeing organisations to offer their services...
Plans are well underway for a range of local healthcare and wellbeing organisations to offer their services...
September 21, 2026 at 9:15 AM
Janet from our engagement team and Johnny from Wolviston Village Community Centre were busy last week preparing for a health and wellbeing drop-in event at the Centre on 14th October.
Plans are well underway for a range of local healthcare and wellbeing organisations to offer their services...
Plans are well underway for a range of local healthcare and wellbeing organisations to offer their services...
From Catalyst Stockton:
Volunteering Matters’ Volunteer Driver Service, funded by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, provides support to those in need by giving access to volunteer drivers.
Passengers are referred through community groups and local organisations or statutory services.
Volunteering Matters’ Volunteer Driver Service, funded by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, provides support to those in need by giving access to volunteer drivers.
Passengers are referred through community groups and local organisations or statutory services.
September 18, 2026 at 9:45 AM
From Catalyst Stockton:
Volunteering Matters’ Volunteer Driver Service, funded by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, provides support to those in need by giving access to volunteer drivers.
Passengers are referred through community groups and local organisations or statutory services.
Volunteering Matters’ Volunteer Driver Service, funded by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, provides support to those in need by giving access to volunteer drivers.
Passengers are referred through community groups and local organisations or statutory services.
Celebrate the International Day of Sign Languages with a friendly & informal introduction to British Sign Language (BSL).
Learn some basic signs & greetings, explore Deaf culture, & discover opportunities for further learning.
Date: Wednesday 23 Sept
Time: 1pm - 2.30pm
Location: Billingham Library
Learn some basic signs & greetings, explore Deaf culture, & discover opportunities for further learning.
Date: Wednesday 23 Sept
Time: 1pm - 2.30pm
Location: Billingham Library
September 18, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Celebrate the International Day of Sign Languages with a friendly & informal introduction to British Sign Language (BSL).
Learn some basic signs & greetings, explore Deaf culture, & discover opportunities for further learning.
Date: Wednesday 23 Sept
Time: 1pm - 2.30pm
Location: Billingham Library
Learn some basic signs & greetings, explore Deaf culture, & discover opportunities for further learning.
Date: Wednesday 23 Sept
Time: 1pm - 2.30pm
Location: Billingham Library