News and reports

The North East Regional Organised Crime Unit are raising awareness of Romance Fraud - What it is, how to spot the signs and how to protect yourself. This issue can catch people out, and subsequently can result in having a major effect on a person's mental wellbeing.

St Mark's Health and well being hub have a number of activities targeted at people with older people/carers as well as people with physical or mental health health issues.

North East and North Cumbria NHS are introducing online skills groups for staff, to look after their mental health and wellbeing.

Please note a new distance selling premises has begun to provide pharmaceutical services at Firthmoor Community Centre.

If you are hosting an Easter holidays sports camp you can get a special visit from a GB athlete to encourage kids to get involved, through Activkids.

Healthwatch published ‘A pain to complain’ - a report setting out significant issues with the NHS complaints system which found fewer than one in 10 people who have a poor experience make a formal complaint.

TNLCF are currently working towards their new strategy and as a result of this they have a few new initiatives which have recently launched. The deadline for expressions of interest is fast approaching (midday Wednesday 5 February) and it would be great to see representation from our region.

If you, or someone you know, is experiencing a mental health crisis, access urgent support 24/7 by calling NHS 111 and selecting the mental health option.

The team at the eDGe Centre are excited to offer you the chance to become a valued volunteer!

Are you passionate about community mental health transformation? This could be the position you've been waiting for.

Are you a professional wanting to learn more about Eating Disorders? You can now book individual places on our CPD accredited training, and the first one is at the end of this month!

Darlington & South Durham MS Society have a number of contacts in Darlington if you're in need of support or advice.