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People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register. -
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Youthwatch Darlington visited three GP surgeries in Darlington during 2019. -
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Interviews, inductions and training for our volunteer recruitment opportunities have been postponed until further notice! -
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The next DOT Network meeting will be held on the above date from 10am-12pm in the Pease Suite in the Dolphin Centre. -
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NHS England and NHS Improvement would like people of all ages to share their views on non AND non-spoken word interpreting (e.g British Sign Languages) services in Primary Care. -
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We at HWD have made the decision, as a precautionary measure, to postpone all outreach visits within the community as well as our volunteering activities. -
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The deaf health charity 'Sign Health' have translated COVID-19 information from Public Health England and the Department of Health and Social Care. -
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The NIHR are looking for patients, carers and members of the public to join one of their national and regional committees. -
Food for Thought at the Hole in the Wall pub - Monday 23rd March 2020 Postponed until further notice
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Please see the statement below regarding the postponement of their event planned for Monday 23rd March 2020: -
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Please be advised that the NHS England and NHS Improvement events, asking people of all ages to share their views on non AND non-spoken word interpreting (e.g British Sign Languages) services in Primary Care have now been CANCELLED. -
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In light of the current Coronavirus outbreak please be advised that The King's Fund will NOT be holding any conferences until the summer. -
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Please see attached link providing updates for organisations that represent people who use services, regarding their response to the outbreak of Coronavirus. -
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Please see the attached local dementia services directory. -
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The Care Quality Commission has found the quality of care provided by twelve Adult Social Care (ASC) services in the North region to be Outstanding. -
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The next course on Monday 16th March 2020 is entitled 'Developing Confidence and Self-Esteem -
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The government is currently coordinating the national response the outbreak of COVID-19, and Public Health England (PHE) has published a range of COVID-19 guidance for health professionals. -
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The deaf health charity 'Sign Health' have translated COVID-19 information from Public Health England and the Department of Health and Social Care. -
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It is a little over a year since the Let’s Talk Cardiology Event at the Durham Centre and there has been a lot of work behind the scenes as a result. -
Patient & Public Involvement Opportunities at the NIHR (Application deadline Monday 16th March 2020)
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The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) funds high quality research that is focused on the needs of patients and the public. -
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The MVP group wants to make sure the voices of local mums and their families are heard in maternity services. Do come and join them! -
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Food For Thought Darlington is taking over the kitchen at the Hole in the Wall pub, on Monday 23rd March, where they will be serving three courses of gourmet food to raise funds for their re-distribution and cookery activities. -
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GOLD (Growing Older Living in Darlington) have their Annual General Meeting coming up and you can be a part of it! -
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Please see below information inviting staff, volunteers and local community to sign up to CQC’s online participation platform. -
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The General Pharmaceutical Council have produced a new online guide for patients and the public which explains what they can expect when visiting a pharmacy. -
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In the past week, the Care Quality Commission has published 98 reports (including Darlington) on services which have been inspected by specialist teams of inspectors. These are now available for you to read! -
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Do you want to share your experiences of the NHS with healthcare staff in their current learning programme? The NHS Leadership Academy want to hear from you! -
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National Voices has produced a briefing paper (link available below) for Primary Care Networks (PCNs), and for the broader voluntary and community, social enterprise sector (VCSE). -
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Darlington Mind now have Dementia Day Care at St Hilda's House providing mental health services for older people living with Dementia/Alzheimer's. -
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We have some exciting news! Our Health Connector volunteering program (for age 25+) is currently open for new volunteer applicants. Our new year starts on 1st April 2020 which means we will be looking at the year ahead and some exciting new projects. -
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The government is currently coordinating the national response the outbreak of COVID-19, and Public Health England (PHE) has published a range of COVID-19 guidance for health professionals. -
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The deaf health charity 'Sign Health' have translated COVID-19 information from Public Health England and the Department of Health and Social Care. -
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Although we can't see you face to face we're still here for you! -
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Please see attached leaflet which explains the changes to the Front Door Service, to be rolled out today. -
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Darlington Carers Support update around changes to their service due to Covid - 19 -
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Darlington Alzheimer's Society can provide information, advice and support to those living with dementia and to those supporting someone with dementia via telephone, email or post. -
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Are you a Relevant person representative, sometimes known as an RPR for someone who is living in a Care Home or Hospital?