Advice and Information

We've put together a range of information from a number of organisations that provide groups, activities, resources and information to support people with a learning disability.

COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.

As we prepare to get back to ‘a new normal’ many people feel uncertain or anxious about the future. This page features links to organisations offering tips on coping with these feelings and strategies that might help when returning to new routines.

Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice.

Although lockdown is easing, Covid-19 has not gone away. Please see below some useful up to date information and advice for our most vulnerable in the community

One of the feelings millions of us are experiencing during the current coronavirus pandemic is loneliness. While we stay safe and save lives, our usual ways of seeing family, friends or just familiar faces have been put on pause.

Bereavement is never easy but more than ever we are facing a tragic loss of life, often under very difficult circumstances, as we move through these uncertain times. Find out where you can go for help and advice.

Many people across the UK will still be working from home where ever possible during the pandemic.

Looking after your mental health is important for everyone but young people may have their own challenges to deal with during these uncertain times, which means we need to take extra care. Find out how you can get support in Darlington.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has impacted everyone’s daily lives. More people are working from home, looking after children and spending time online. Find out how to stay safe online.

If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.