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The consumer champion for health and social care in Stockton-on-Tees. Engaging with the community. Strengthening voices. Influencing decision making. Visit https://www.healthwatchstocktonontees.co.uk/
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As part of the Healthwatch North East & North Cumbria (NENC) Network, we work in partnership to represent the public voice throughout the region.

Our latest report details some of the work we have done together during 2024 - 2025, with external funding, to look at health topics in local...
Location: Community Member Room, 6 - 8 Yarm Road, Stockton, TS18 3NA

For more information:

Email: [email protected]
Call: 07871 658157

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Red Balloons gives people a safe space to talk about how they feel, with no judgement, and has recently launched a new group.

If you would you like some time to relax and chill out, the Quiet Corner is now available.

Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 2pm - 4pm
The report also outlines how the Board is monitoring policies and how it intends to further deliver its plans for the future.

A key feature of the report is the focus on community engagement and consultation.

Click here to read: https://bit.ly/4ocMMic

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Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board - Annual Report 2024 - 2025 | Healthwatch Stocktonontees
The Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB) must produce an Annual Report in line with the requirements of the Care Act 2014.
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Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board's Annual Report 2024-25 is now out.

This sets out what the Board and its member agencies have done to carry out and deliver the objectives of the Strategic Plan.
As we come to the end of October, we want to raise awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

ADHD Awareness Month is about breaking down myths, reducing stigma, and sharing reliable information so families feel informed and supported.
Janet & Lynn are at Asda (Portrack) in Stockton tomorrow at the Chatty Cafe.

You can talk in confidence over a free tea or coffee about your health & care concerns.

Date: 28 October
Time: 1-3pm
Location: Asda, Portrack Lane, Stockton, TS18 2PB

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Starfish Health & Wellbeing Stockton offer a safe place & #support in the Stockton #community. 

Always a friendly welcome & warm drink on offer so drop in for a cuppa & a chat.

🏫 6/8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
⏰ Times ⬇️ including evenings & daytime sessions
📅 Mon to Fri

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Today we are at the Stockton-on-Tees Health & Wellbeing Festival at Thornaby Pavilion.

Lynn is here until 2pm, so if you have a health or care query, why not drop by and share your experiences?

Or you can visit our website here: https://www.healthwatchstocktonontees.co.uk/share-your-views
They want to hear about your experience of using the following three services:

📱 NHS App
💊 Pharmacy First
🩺 GP Extended Access

To take the survey you can scan the QR code below or visit
NENC Healthwatch: GP Access, Pharmacy First and NHS App Survey 2025
Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.
www.smartsurvey.co.uk
Have you used the NHS App, Pharmacy First, or the GP Extended Access Service recently?

Commissioners of healthcare services in the North East have launched a survey in partnership with Healthwatch to gather feedback on 3 NHS services designed to help people access care more quickly & conveniently.
Sign up to our monthly newsletter for useful & concise news on local health & care services, plus:

- Updates on our project work & reports
- Our engagement events
- Local health & care service updates

Register here: http://eepurl.com/c9HWyb

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Stockton Wellbeing Hub is hosting the Stockton Stop Smoking Service every Tuesday until early December.

If you are looking for support, why not drop in for #advice!

Date: every Tuesday until 2 Dec
Time: 11am-1pm
Location: Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Wellington Square

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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.

Get in touch with our team:

T: 0300 180 0660
...and what's available to you in the Stockton area. 

Time: 10am - 2pm
Date: 23 October
Venue: Thornaby Pavilion Leisure Centre, TS17 9EW

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Our Engagement team will be at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's Health & Wellbeing Festival in Thornaby later this month, alongside other local services.

If you have a health or care concern, pop over & have a chat!

You can also find out about all things health and wellbeing...
Date: Wednesday 22nd October
Time: 9.30am - 11am
Location: Ochil Terrace, Billingham, TS23 2QL

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Billingham Family Hub is hosting a SEND Coffee Morning, an opportunity for parents and carers of children with SEND to get together for peer support and to share experiences.

Why not pop along for a cuppa and a chat with the team and make new friends.
▪️Winter welfare tips to help you stay safe & well over the winter
▪️BSL accessible – all information will be delivered by 2 NRCPD registered RSLIs (Registered Sign Language Interpreters)
▪️Free hot refreshments
▪️Free information resources to take away

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We are hosting a joint 'Wellbeing in Focus' event in partnership with MeSign.

Date: 22 Oct
Time: 10am – 12pm
Location: MeSign Classroom, The Robert Atkinson Centre, Thorntree Rd, Thornaby

What's included?

▪️Free health checks – including blood pressure checks
▪️Healthy eating advice & information
WorkWell is a new service to help people with health problems stay in work or get back to work.

The North East & North Cumbria NHS want to hear your views to help shape the service.

Take part ➡️ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PNCT5GC

Closing date: 3 Nov 2025

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You can get a free flu vaccine if you are:

▪️65+
▪️Health conditions
▪️Pregnant
▪️School age
▪️NHS/Frontline staff
▪️Carers, high-risk groups & close contacts

Find out more and book here: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/

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Those at greater risk will need extra protection this winter. 

You may be eligible for both vaccinations. If you are offered both vaccines together it is safe to have them at the same time.

Get a free COVID-19 vaccine if you're:

▪️75+
▪️Immunosuppressed
▪️In a care home