Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees
@hwstockton.bsky.social
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/
Need urgent dental care in Stockton-on-Tees?
There are now extra urgent appointments available at:
Stockton South Urgent Dental Access Centre
Yarm Lane Dental Practice
59 Yarm Lane
Stockton-on-Tees
TS18 3DX
Find more information & the full list of practices on our website: https://bit.ly/45a07QR
There are now extra urgent appointments available at:
Stockton South Urgent Dental Access Centre
Yarm Lane Dental Practice
59 Yarm Lane
Stockton-on-Tees
TS18 3DX
Find more information & the full list of practices on our website: https://bit.ly/45a07QR
December 15, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Need urgent dental care in Stockton-on-Tees?
There are now extra urgent appointments available at:
Stockton South Urgent Dental Access Centre
Yarm Lane Dental Practice
59 Yarm Lane
Stockton-on-Tees
TS18 3DX
Find more information & the full list of practices on our website: https://bit.ly/45a07QR
There are now extra urgent appointments available at:
Stockton South Urgent Dental Access Centre
Yarm Lane Dental Practice
59 Yarm Lane
Stockton-on-Tees
TS18 3DX
Find more information & the full list of practices on our website: https://bit.ly/45a07QR
We have been reflecting on the past year. Each day this week you will hear from a member of our team about their highlight of the year!
⭐ Kathryn's highlight of the year⭐
"One particular highlight for me is seeing our dedicated volunteer and Board member, Larissa Bennett...
⭐ Kathryn's highlight of the year⭐
"One particular highlight for me is seeing our dedicated volunteer and Board member, Larissa Bennett...
December 15, 2025 at 10:11 AM
We have been reflecting on the past year. Each day this week you will hear from a member of our team about their highlight of the year!
⭐ Kathryn's highlight of the year⭐
"One particular highlight for me is seeing our dedicated volunteer and Board member, Larissa Bennett...
⭐ Kathryn's highlight of the year⭐
"One particular highlight for me is seeing our dedicated volunteer and Board member, Larissa Bennett...
Christmas is approaching and these are our office hours during the festive season.
It is also perfect time to reflect and look back at all the amazing work we have supported, been involved in and done in 2025.
Read the blog from our manager, Natasha here: https://bit.ly/48MV5em
It is also perfect time to reflect and look back at all the amazing work we have supported, been involved in and done in 2025.
Read the blog from our manager, Natasha here: https://bit.ly/48MV5em
December 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Christmas is approaching and these are our office hours during the festive season.
It is also perfect time to reflect and look back at all the amazing work we have supported, been involved in and done in 2025.
Read the blog from our manager, Natasha here: https://bit.ly/48MV5em
It is also perfect time to reflect and look back at all the amazing work we have supported, been involved in and done in 2025.
Read the blog from our manager, Natasha here: https://bit.ly/48MV5em
We waved a sad goodbye to one of our longstanding Board members at our Board meeting yesterday.
Peter Mayes, from Starfish Health & Wellbeing, brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to the board on the struggles of young people around mental health, and we thank him greatly for his support.
Peter Mayes, from Starfish Health & Wellbeing, brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to the board on the struggles of young people around mental health, and we thank him greatly for his support.
December 11, 2025 at 12:30 PM
We waved a sad goodbye to one of our longstanding Board members at our Board meeting yesterday.
Peter Mayes, from Starfish Health & Wellbeing, brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to the board on the struggles of young people around mental health, and we thank him greatly for his support.
Peter Mayes, from Starfish Health & Wellbeing, brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to the board on the struggles of young people around mental health, and we thank him greatly for his support.
With the holidays approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/448vCdT
Also stock up on your medicine cabinet with essentials:
▶️ colds & flu medication
▶️ painkillers for aches & pains
▶️ plasters for cuts & scrapes
▶️ indigestion remedies
Find out more: https://bit.ly/448vCdT
Also stock up on your medicine cabinet with essentials:
▶️ colds & flu medication
▶️ painkillers for aches & pains
▶️ plasters for cuts & scrapes
▶️ indigestion remedies
December 11, 2025 at 10:03 AM
With the holidays approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/448vCdT
Also stock up on your medicine cabinet with essentials:
▶️ colds & flu medication
▶️ painkillers for aches & pains
▶️ plasters for cuts & scrapes
▶️ indigestion remedies
Find out more: https://bit.ly/448vCdT
Also stock up on your medicine cabinet with essentials:
▶️ colds & flu medication
▶️ painkillers for aches & pains
▶️ plasters for cuts & scrapes
▶️ indigestion remedies
Navigating autism as a young adult? Daisy Chain is here for you.
Daisy Chain’s Tees Valley Autism Support is here to help anyone aged 16+ who has, or is waiting for, an autism diagnosis.
If you live in Tees Valley, you can access:
- Weekly drop-ins
- 1:1 appointments
Daisy Chain’s Tees Valley Autism Support is here to help anyone aged 16+ who has, or is waiting for, an autism diagnosis.
If you live in Tees Valley, you can access:
- Weekly drop-ins
- 1:1 appointments
December 10, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Navigating autism as a young adult? Daisy Chain is here for you.
Daisy Chain’s Tees Valley Autism Support is here to help anyone aged 16+ who has, or is waiting for, an autism diagnosis.
If you live in Tees Valley, you can access:
- Weekly drop-ins
- 1:1 appointments
Daisy Chain’s Tees Valley Autism Support is here to help anyone aged 16+ who has, or is waiting for, an autism diagnosis.
If you live in Tees Valley, you can access:
- Weekly drop-ins
- 1:1 appointments
Have your say!
Let us know what you thought about your recent health and care experiences in Stockton.
Tell us what has been good or what could be better.
Your information is completely confidential and will help improve local healthcare services.
Let us know what you thought about your recent health and care experiences in Stockton.
Tell us what has been good or what could be better.
Your information is completely confidential and will help improve local healthcare services.
December 9, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Have your say!
Let us know what you thought about your recent health and care experiences in Stockton.
Tell us what has been good or what could be better.
Your information is completely confidential and will help improve local healthcare services.
Let us know what you thought about your recent health and care experiences in Stockton.
Tell us what has been good or what could be better.
Your information is completely confidential and will help improve local healthcare services.
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
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#stocktonontees #health #care #information #advice #news
- Updates on our project work & reports
- Our engagement events
- Local health & care service updates
Register here: http://eepurl.com/c9HWyb
#stocktonontees #health #care #information #advice #news
December 8, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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
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#stocktonontees #health #care #information #advice #news
- Updates on our project work & reports
- Our engagement events
- Local health & care service updates
Register here: http://eepurl.com/c9HWyb
#stocktonontees #health #care #information #advice #news
Starfish Health & Wellbeing has launched a new weekly Bereavement Support Group.
Join in a welcoming and confidential space to share coping techniques and find strength with others who understand.
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Venue: Starfish Health and Wellbeing | 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
Join in a welcoming and confidential space to share coping techniques and find strength with others who understand.
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Venue: Starfish Health and Wellbeing | 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
December 5, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Starfish Health & Wellbeing has launched a new weekly Bereavement Support Group.
Join in a welcoming and confidential space to share coping techniques and find strength with others who understand.
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Venue: Starfish Health and Wellbeing | 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
Join in a welcoming and confidential space to share coping techniques and find strength with others who understand.
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Venue: Starfish Health and Wellbeing | 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
Two great events to get you in the festive mood and boost your wellbeing 🎄🎅!
Wreathmaking:
Date: 8 December
Time: 1pm - 3.30pm
Venue: Livewell Dementia Hub
Christmas Music:
Date: 10 December
Time: 5.45pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Stockton Central Library
#christmas #wellbeing #community #stocktonontees
Wreathmaking:
Date: 8 December
Time: 1pm - 3.30pm
Venue: Livewell Dementia Hub
Christmas Music:
Date: 10 December
Time: 5.45pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Stockton Central Library
#christmas #wellbeing #community #stocktonontees
December 4, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Two great events to get you in the festive mood and boost your wellbeing 🎄🎅!
Wreathmaking:
Date: 8 December
Time: 1pm - 3.30pm
Venue: Livewell Dementia Hub
Christmas Music:
Date: 10 December
Time: 5.45pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Stockton Central Library
#christmas #wellbeing #community #stocktonontees
Wreathmaking:
Date: 8 December
Time: 1pm - 3.30pm
Venue: Livewell Dementia Hub
Christmas Music:
Date: 10 December
Time: 5.45pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Stockton Central Library
#christmas #wellbeing #community #stocktonontees
Have you had a chance to read our latest case study - Mental Health: Jane's Story yet?
It highlights the experience of a young adult who waited nearly two years for mental health support.
#stocktonontees #mentalhealth #support
It highlights the experience of a young adult who waited nearly two years for mental health support.
#stocktonontees #mentalhealth #support
December 3, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Have you had a chance to read our latest case study - Mental Health: Jane's Story yet?
It highlights the experience of a young adult who waited nearly two years for mental health support.
#stocktonontees #mentalhealth #support
It highlights the experience of a young adult who waited nearly two years for mental health support.
#stocktonontees #mentalhealth #support
As we head into the festive period, we will be out and about to speak to Stockton residents about their health and care queries.
You can chat with Lynn and Janet in confidence at the following drop-ins/events:
4 Dec, 10am - 4pm: Grief Awareness Event, Billingham Library, Kingsway, TS23 2LN
You can chat with Lynn and Janet in confidence at the following drop-ins/events:
4 Dec, 10am - 4pm: Grief Awareness Event, Billingham Library, Kingsway, TS23 2LN
December 2, 2025 at 11:03 AM
As we head into the festive period, we will be out and about to speak to Stockton residents about their health and care queries.
You can chat with Lynn and Janet in confidence at the following drop-ins/events:
4 Dec, 10am - 4pm: Grief Awareness Event, Billingham Library, Kingsway, TS23 2LN
You can chat with Lynn and Janet in confidence at the following drop-ins/events:
4 Dec, 10am - 4pm: Grief Awareness Event, Billingham Library, Kingsway, TS23 2LN
Jan has been busy this month at drop-ins across Stockton libraries to speak with the public about NHS services.
You can share your experiences with us on
▪️The NHS App
▪️Out of hours GP appointments
▪️The Pharmacy First Service
You can share your experiences with us on
▪️The NHS App
▪️Out of hours GP appointments
▪️The Pharmacy First Service
December 1, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Jan has been busy this month at drop-ins across Stockton libraries to speak with the public about NHS services.
You can share your experiences with us on
▪️The NHS App
▪️Out of hours GP appointments
▪️The Pharmacy First Service
You can share your experiences with us on
▪️The NHS App
▪️Out of hours GP appointments
▪️The Pharmacy First Service
To mark #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek from 2 - 8 December, the following events are offering #information, #advice and #support.
Drop-in:
Date: 3 Dec
Time: 10-11am
Venue: Stockton Wellbeing Hub
Marketplace, Talks & Support:
Date: 4 Dec
Time: 10-4pm
Venue: Billingham Library
#stocktonontees
Drop-in:
Date: 3 Dec
Time: 10-11am
Venue: Stockton Wellbeing Hub
Marketplace, Talks & Support:
Date: 4 Dec
Time: 10-4pm
Venue: Billingham Library
#stocktonontees
November 27, 2025 at 10:55 AM
To mark #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek from 2 - 8 December, the following events are offering #information, #advice and #support.
Drop-in:
Date: 3 Dec
Time: 10-11am
Venue: Stockton Wellbeing Hub
Marketplace, Talks & Support:
Date: 4 Dec
Time: 10-4pm
Venue: Billingham Library
#stocktonontees
Drop-in:
Date: 3 Dec
Time: 10-11am
Venue: Stockton Wellbeing Hub
Marketplace, Talks & Support:
Date: 4 Dec
Time: 10-4pm
Venue: Billingham Library
#stocktonontees
The @volunteeringuk.bsky.social Volunteer Driver Service in Stockton-on-Tees is a key part of the community, helping local people stay connected, independent and well.
If you would like to become a Volunteer Driver, visit: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/project/stockton-driver-service/
If you would like to become a Volunteer Driver, visit: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/project/stockton-driver-service/
November 26, 2025 at 9:57 AM
The @volunteeringuk.bsky.social Volunteer Driver Service in Stockton-on-Tees is a key part of the community, helping local people stay connected, independent and well.
If you would like to become a Volunteer Driver, visit: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/project/stockton-driver-service/
If you would like to become a Volunteer Driver, visit: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/project/stockton-driver-service/
🧠 New case study: A young person waited nearly 2 years for mental health support
📣 Her story led to real change — better outreach, clearer referrals, improved communication
🚨 Kooth online mental health support service ends 31 Dec 2025
💡 New North East & North Cumbria ICB service launches in Jan 2026
📣 Her story led to real change — better outreach, clearer referrals, improved communication
🚨 Kooth online mental health support service ends 31 Dec 2025
💡 New North East & North Cumbria ICB service launches in Jan 2026
November 25, 2025 at 1:46 PM
🧠 New case study: A young person waited nearly 2 years for mental health support
📣 Her story led to real change — better outreach, clearer referrals, improved communication
🚨 Kooth online mental health support service ends 31 Dec 2025
💡 New North East & North Cumbria ICB service launches in Jan 2026
📣 Her story led to real change — better outreach, clearer referrals, improved communication
🚨 Kooth online mental health support service ends 31 Dec 2025
💡 New North East & North Cumbria ICB service launches in Jan 2026
The NHS 10-year plan means more eye health services will be delivered by opticians & other community providers.
@rnib.bsky.social's survey will help them understand why you visit the opticians & your feelings about accessing more services there in the future: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3657DYV
@rnib.bsky.social's survey will help them understand why you visit the opticians & your feelings about accessing more services there in the future: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3657DYV
November 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM
The NHS 10-year plan means more eye health services will be delivered by opticians & other community providers.
@rnib.bsky.social's survey will help them understand why you visit the opticians & your feelings about accessing more services there in the future: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3657DYV
@rnib.bsky.social's survey will help them understand why you visit the opticians & your feelings about accessing more services there in the future: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3657DYV
The latest edition of the @tsab75.bsky.social Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board Newsletter is out now, featuring:
✅ Publication of the TSAB Annual Report 2024-25
✅ SAR Report & Learning Resources – Evie SAR & Briefing Document
✅ Teeswide Inter-Agency Safeguarding Adults Procedure
#safeguarding
✅ Publication of the TSAB Annual Report 2024-25
✅ SAR Report & Learning Resources – Evie SAR & Briefing Document
✅ Teeswide Inter-Agency Safeguarding Adults Procedure
#safeguarding
November 21, 2025 at 11:31 AM
The latest edition of the @tsab75.bsky.social Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board Newsletter is out now, featuring:
✅ Publication of the TSAB Annual Report 2024-25
✅ SAR Report & Learning Resources – Evie SAR & Briefing Document
✅ Teeswide Inter-Agency Safeguarding Adults Procedure
#safeguarding
✅ Publication of the TSAB Annual Report 2024-25
✅ SAR Report & Learning Resources – Evie SAR & Briefing Document
✅ Teeswide Inter-Agency Safeguarding Adults Procedure
#safeguarding
Have you had a chance to read our Personalised Cancer Care in Tees Valley Report yet?
Our latest report highlights the lived experiences of 71 local people through case studies, focus groups, engaging at local community groups & staff meetings.
You can read the report here: https://bit.ly/49jNbLi
Our latest report highlights the lived experiences of 71 local people through case studies, focus groups, engaging at local community groups & staff meetings.
You can read the report here: https://bit.ly/49jNbLi
November 20, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Have you had a chance to read our Personalised Cancer Care in Tees Valley Report yet?
Our latest report highlights the lived experiences of 71 local people through case studies, focus groups, engaging at local community groups & staff meetings.
You can read the report here: https://bit.ly/49jNbLi
Our latest report highlights the lived experiences of 71 local people through case studies, focus groups, engaging at local community groups & staff meetings.
You can read the report here: https://bit.ly/49jNbLi
Join The Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Catalyst, and other local organisations for Safeguarding Adults Week.
The session’s theme is Trust Your Instincts & Cultural Awareness. Pop in for activities and a chance to speak with local services.
The session’s theme is Trust Your Instincts & Cultural Awareness. Pop in for activities and a chance to speak with local services.
November 19, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Join The Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Catalyst, and other local organisations for Safeguarding Adults Week.
The session’s theme is Trust Your Instincts & Cultural Awareness. Pop in for activities and a chance to speak with local services.
The session’s theme is Trust Your Instincts & Cultural Awareness. Pop in for activities and a chance to speak with local services.
Jan from our engagement team is at Ingleby Barwick library until 2pm today.
If you have any health or care concerns or would like to share your experiences of local #health and #care services, you can chat with her in confidence.
Or share your views here: https://bit.ly/HWStockton
#stocktonontees
If you have any health or care concerns or would like to share your experiences of local #health and #care services, you can chat with her in confidence.
Or share your views here: https://bit.ly/HWStockton
#stocktonontees
November 18, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Jan from our engagement team is at Ingleby Barwick library until 2pm today.
If you have any health or care concerns or would like to share your experiences of local #health and #care services, you can chat with her in confidence.
Or share your views here: https://bit.ly/HWStockton
#stocktonontees
If you have any health or care concerns or would like to share your experiences of local #health and #care services, you can chat with her in confidence.
Or share your views here: https://bit.ly/HWStockton
#stocktonontees
This year’s Carers Rights Day Theme is “know your rights, use your rights”
Carers’ Rights Day is about making sure informal carers get the support, recognition & protection they deserve, from flexible working & free flu jabs to being included when your loved one leaves hospital.
#stocktonontees
Carers’ Rights Day is about making sure informal carers get the support, recognition & protection they deserve, from flexible working & free flu jabs to being included when your loved one leaves hospital.
#stocktonontees
November 18, 2025 at 9:29 AM
This year’s Carers Rights Day Theme is “know your rights, use your rights”
Carers’ Rights Day is about making sure informal carers get the support, recognition & protection they deserve, from flexible working & free flu jabs to being included when your loved one leaves hospital.
#stocktonontees
Carers’ Rights Day is about making sure informal carers get the support, recognition & protection they deserve, from flexible working & free flu jabs to being included when your loved one leaves hospital.
#stocktonontees
It's National Safeguarding Adults Week.
Safeguarding means protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect.
Adult abuse can happen to anyone who is over 18. If you have any concerns for an adult, please say something and report it!
The local adult social care team...
Safeguarding means protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect.
Adult abuse can happen to anyone who is over 18. If you have any concerns for an adult, please say something and report it!
The local adult social care team...
November 17, 2025 at 12:02 PM
It's National Safeguarding Adults Week.
Safeguarding means protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect.
Adult abuse can happen to anyone who is over 18. If you have any concerns for an adult, please say something and report it!
The local adult social care team...
Safeguarding means protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect.
Adult abuse can happen to anyone who is over 18. If you have any concerns for an adult, please say something and report it!
The local adult social care team...
NEWS📢
Resident doctors began a 5-day strike today, which will continue until 6:59 am on November 19th.
NHS England has asked trusts to keep services running as close to normal as possible.
👉 If you have an appointment, please attend as normal unless you’ve been told otherwise.
Resident doctors began a 5-day strike today, which will continue until 6:59 am on November 19th.
NHS England has asked trusts to keep services running as close to normal as possible.
👉 If you have an appointment, please attend as normal unless you’ve been told otherwise.
November 14, 2025 at 3:21 PM
NEWS📢
Resident doctors began a 5-day strike today, which will continue until 6:59 am on November 19th.
NHS England has asked trusts to keep services running as close to normal as possible.
👉 If you have an appointment, please attend as normal unless you’ve been told otherwise.
Resident doctors began a 5-day strike today, which will continue until 6:59 am on November 19th.
NHS England has asked trusts to keep services running as close to normal as possible.
👉 If you have an appointment, please attend as normal unless you’ve been told otherwise.
From North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust:
A period of industrial action is taking place from 7am today until 7am on Wednesday 19 November.
You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed. Please continue to come forward for the care you need.
A period of industrial action is taking place from 7am today until 7am on Wednesday 19 November.
You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed. Please continue to come forward for the care you need.
November 14, 2025 at 11:18 AM
From North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust:
A period of industrial action is taking place from 7am today until 7am on Wednesday 19 November.
You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed. Please continue to come forward for the care you need.
A period of industrial action is taking place from 7am today until 7am on Wednesday 19 November.
You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed. Please continue to come forward for the care you need.