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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · 9d

Making a difference to the lives of children with chronic conditions, and their families, thanks to a partnership between @newcastleuni.bsky.social, the Great North Children's Hospital and @waystowellness.org.uk. It's being picked up by other children's hospitals too: from.ncl.ac.uk/space-pilot-...

SPACE Pilot: Supporting families of children with complex needs

Find out how this pioneering social prescription project – SPACE CYP Pilot – matches families with the practical and emotional support they need.

from.ncl.ac.uk

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Jun 12

Fascinating session with colleagues today, mapping out a blueprint for our #socialprescribing service for people with persistent physical symptoms (eg chronic pain). A strong theme of listening and validating emerging with this client group.

Post It note with the words ‘listening and validating’

Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Jun 5

New poll shows 83% of people think organisations which prioritise social purpose over profit should be the NHS’s primary suppliers of goods and services. But we need to recognise and tackle the barriers to effective partnership if this is going to be achieved www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/poll-su...

Poll suggests public favours more charity involvement in NHS supply chains

www.civilsociety.co.uk

Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · May 12

I know I’m biased, but this is a really interesting listen. Particularly hearing the experience of testing social prescribing with people who have persistent physical symptoms (eg chronic pain), an innovation that has real potential 👇

Ways to Wellness @waystowellness.org.uk · May 8

Ep29 of the #ThisIsTheNorth #podcast features none other than - us! 👏

Our Persisent Physical Symptoms Team Lead Steffen &
GP partner Brigid spoke with host Alison about the wider determinants of #health as factors just as important as medication.

Listen at open.spotify.com/episode/3U6C...

Ep 29. Beyond the Medicine Cabinet: Reimagining Health

This Is The North · Episode

open.spotify.com

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Ways to Wellness @waystowellness.org.uk · May 1

[email protected] today introduced
@cumbriacvs.bsky.social to our SPACE pilot in illustration of the value #collaboration adds to our work tackling #HealthInequalities - & there was an interactive workshop on our Persistent Physical Symptoms pilot!

waystowellness.org.uk/projects

A group of smiling individuals standing in front of a presentation screen

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · May 1

I always take a look at NCVO’s annual ‘the Road Ahead’ report, as a really good overview of financial, social and political issues for the voluntary sector to consider. This year’s issue is just out, and well worth a read: www.ncvo.org.uk/news-and-ins...

The Road Ahead 2025

www.ncvo.org.uk

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Ways to Wellness @waystowellness.org.uk · Apr 10

Pleased our work with @annabasu1.bsky.social is referenced in this National Academy of Social Prescribing report to launch "our joint vision...for a comprehensive & connected #SocialPrescribing system for children & young people across England by 2035" socialprescribingacademy.org.uk/resources/co...

A vision for social prescribing for children and young people’s mental health – Latest news from The National Academy for Social Prescribing

NASP news – Connected to Thrive is a new report from NASP setting out plans for the future to support children and young people's mental health through social prescribing

socialprescribingacademy.org.uk

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Apr 9

Love this blog post by Jen Hewitt at VONNE, about the therapeutic power of music. This should be recognised more, both for people having the opportunity to play and listen to music. www.vonne.org.uk/power-music

The power of music | Voluntary Organisations’ Network North East

In this blog VONNE’s Jen Hewitt, Health and Wellbeing Coordinator, shares her personal reflections on the therapeutic power of music. She speaks about her own experience of music as a good way to conn...

www.vonne.org.uk

Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Apr 7

The video of our presentation at the 'Newcastle Hospitals Charity Presents' event is now available, for anyone who wasn't able to attend in person: charity.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/get-involved.... It was a pleasure to be a part of the evening, and find out about other great projects!

Shaping the future of paediatric care at the Great North Children's Hospital - Newcastle Hospitals Charity

Shaping the future of paediatric care at the Great North Children’s Hospital The third in our NHC Presents series focussed on the Great North Children’s Hospital. Hosted by Newcastle Hospitals Charit...

charity.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk

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Ways to Wellness @waystowellness.org.uk · Mar 31

For Mother's Day @angbroadbridge.bsky.social was invited on to BBC Radio Newcastle to talk about our project supporting young mums with their #MentalHealth. Thanks to Kelly Scott and team & ICYMI, catch it on @BBCiPlayer at www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p... (38mins in)
#SocialPrescribing #Collaboration

BBC Radio Newcastle - Kelly Scott on BBC Radio Newcastle, Tom Campbell sits in (30/03/2025)

Sunday mid-morning updates, great music and conversation with Tom.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Mar 28

Can’t beat a bit of time in nature at any time of year, but a (mostly) sunny spring day is particularly special.

Photo of trees and a stream, with sunlight on the water

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Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · Mar 21

Check out the Spotlight collection in our free image library with some of our favourite photos. You can use these for inspiration or if you aren't sure exactly what you want to download but need some ideas.

Download today: www.agewithoutlimits.org/image-librar...

#PositivePhotos #PositiveAgeing

An older woman stands in front of plants with some pottery she has made in her hand. She has short hair and is smiling. She is wearing glasses, a blue hoodie and a denim apron which has pottery marks all over it.

An older man socialises in the street. He is wearing glasses and has a grey hoodie and shirt on. He has a beard. He is speaking to a man standing to his left.

An older woman dances in an exercise class. She has short hair and is wearing floral patterned leggings and a matching top. Behind her other woman are also dancing.

An older woman hula hoops outside. She has black hair and is wearing black leggings and a blue top. Behind her a man is skipping. He is wearing black trousers and a red t-shirt.

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Ways to Wellness @waystowellness.org.uk · Mar 19

Tonight's the night people!

Examining the future of #PaediatricCare with @annabasu1.bsky.social & @simonbromhead.bsky.social this Social Prescribing Day!

Ways to Wellness @waystowellness.org.uk · Mar 12

Our Head of Development @simonbromhead.bsky.social is proud to be speaking alongside our partner Dr Anna Basu at this event at the RVI's Education Centre

Book your place at charity.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/get-involved...
to find out how we're helping shape the future of paediatric care

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Mar 18

Interesting day at Venturefest, organised by the Innovation Supernetwork. Great networking, and some inspiring insights into innovation and the entrepreneurial mindset.

Sign with the words Venturefest North East England. Connect innovate grow

Photo of presenter giving a conference speech

Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Mar 12

Join me on Wed 19 March, 5:30pm – 7pm, for an insightful exploration of the evolving landscape of paediatric care at the Great North Children’s Hospital. I'll be joining Dr Anna Basu to talk about the SPACE Pilot project, funded by @nhscharitiestogether.co.uk. Register here: shorturl.at/QHkmG

Text: Shaping the future of paediatric care at the Great North Children's Hospital. Join us to discover how the Great North Children's Hospital is advancing medical care by adopting innovative, new approaches to healthcare for its young patients.

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Mar 9

A sunny weekend, with spring all around.

Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Mar 3

We're getting some lovely coverage for the SPACE Pilot project, and the announcement that Ways to Wellness has secured funding from the @nhscharitiestogether.co.uk Innovation Fund, including this in the Northern Echo: www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/2496124...

North East charity awarded £200,000 to support young people in hospital

Newcastle Hospitals Charity has been awarded £200,000 from NHS Charities Together's Innovation Challenge Fund to support a project aimed at helping…

www.thenorthernecho.co.uk

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Ways to Wellness @waystowellness.org.uk · Feb 25

It's fantastic to be featured in The Good News Post about our #partnership with the Great North Children's Hospital through Newcastle Hospitals Charity

www.goodnewspost.co.uk/six-figures-...

#collaboration #health #funding #NorthEastCharity

Six figures for Hospital Project Taking a Whole Family Approach

By Jill Dando News A North East charity has received £200,000 from the NHS Charities Together Innovation Challenge Fund to expand its SPACE Pilot project. This initiative, in partnership with Ways t...

www.goodnewspost.co.uk

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Feb 25

Sir James Mackey, current CEO of Newcastle Hospitals, is set to become interim CEO of NHS England: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

NHS chief executive Amanda Pritchard stepping down

Her departure comes less than a month after two House of Commons committees discussed her suitability to lead the NHS.

www.bbc.co.uk

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The King's Fund @thekingsfund.bsky.social · Feb 21

Neighbourhood health is the health policy buzzword of the moment.

Anna Charles argues that the idea isn't radical, but implementing it would be.

Read the full piece. https://buff.ly/3X7PhHh

Neighbourhood Health: The Idea Isn’t Radical But Implementing It Would Be | The King's Fund

Following the recent publication of NHS England’s guidance on neighbourhood health, Anna Charles considers what this means and the opportunities and challenges it presents.

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Feb 21

First sighting of crocuses on my walk this morning. Spring is just around the corner…

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Ways to Wellness @waystowellness.org.uk · Feb 20

One of our projects was selected as one of only 6 nationwide to receive a grant from the Innovation Fund from @nhscharitiestogether.co.uk

Thanks to them & ALL our many collaborators and partners - we can support 150+ more families!

www.waystowellness.org.uk/newsblogs/si...

#SocialPrescibing

Six figures for hospital project taking a whole family approach — Ways to Wellness

Ways to Wellness is thrilled to announce the expansion of one of our most impactful projects. The Innovation Challenge Fund by NHS Charities Together has granted Newcastle Hospitals Charity ...

www.waystowellness.org.uk

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Feb 19

I've been working on the SPACE Pilot at @waystowellness.org.uk for a few years now. So pleased that the project has secured funding for the next couple of years. We can help more families, build the evidence base and spread the learning. www.waystowellness.org.uk/newsblogs/si...

Six figures for hospital project taking a whole family approach — Ways to Wellness

Ways to Wellness is thrilled to announce the expansion of one of our most impactful projects. The Innovation Challenge Fund by NHS Charities Together has granted Newcastle Hospitals Charity ...

www.waystowellness.org.uk

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Feb 13

It was a real pleasure to be part of this discussion, with representatives from across a range of sectors. A great opportunity to discuss ideas and share learning.

Ways to Wellness @waystowellness.org.uk · Feb 12

Delighted to host colleagues from @nhsengland.bsky.social
& the #NorthEast & #NorthCumbria ICB area for a discussion around building a community support infrastructure for self-management. Thanks to all who travelled to hear from our chair, Dr Guy Pilkington & patron Prof Chris Drinkwater CBE

Professor Chris Drinkwater CBE, Patron of Ways to Wellness, delivers a presentation on behalf of the charity

Chair of trustees at Ways to Wellness, Dr Guy Pilkington, addresses a room full of NHS colleagues and other healthcare partners

Dr Guy Pilkington, Chair of the Board at Ways to Wellness, speaks to colleagues from NHS England and other healthcare partners

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Simon Bromhead @simonbromhead.bsky.social · Feb 9

Highlight of the last week: playing bass guitar with my daughter’s school band, at The Glasshouse. The event was a Chinese New Year Gala, and the children sang partly in Mandarin…v impressive! Getting to perform on the Sage 1 stage was a definite bucket list ☑️

Backstage door with a sign saying ‘A very warm welcome. Today you are in Gateshead. The name of the venue is The Glasshouse International Centre for Music. Enjoy your time with us making amazing memories.’