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Share your experiences of Stockton dental services!

We’ve heard that many people have struggled to access dental care since the pandemic began. We want to hear your experiences of dental care since March 2020.

29 November 2021

Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board Newsletter - November 2021

The latest edition of the Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB) newsletter is now available online and to download.

17 November 2021

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Tees, Esk and Wear Valley (TEWV) Community Transformation Report

This report provides insight into what matters most to the people of the Tees Valley in terms of mental health support in the community.

The Tees Valley Healthwatch Network engaged over 900 people, including seldom heard groups, who all have a vested interest in an effective mental...

27 October 2021

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Case study: There’s always A Way Out

We spoke to Sarah McManus, CEO of Teesside-based charity, A Way Out. The organisation helps local women, families and young people who are at risk of harm or face multiple disadvantages such as poverty, homelessness or poor...

26 October 2021

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PCP awarded new Healthwatch contract for Stockton-on-Tees

Following a competitive tendering process, north east charity the Pioneering Care Partnership in Newton Aycliffe has been awarded a contract to continue to deliver Healthwatch for the people of Stockton-on-Tees.

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Case study: Red Balloons mental health and wellbeing support in Stockton

We spoke to Leigh Trimble, volunteer and Project Manager of Stockton’s Red Balloons charity. Set up in 2017, the organisation helps those with mental health issues by encouraging them to chat and expand on their feelings.

30 September 2021

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Stockton-on-Tees Adult Carers Support Service Newsletter - Nov 2021

Stockton-on-Tees Adult Carers Support Service (SACSS) provides support and signposting to informal carers (18+) who care for another adult. The latest edition of their Carers newsletter is out now with news, information and updates for carers.

25 November 2021

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Community COVID team crowned champions at Stockton awards

Challenging COVID misinformation and bringing communities together, a leading project has been recognised for its efforts following Covid-19.

15 November 2021

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Leading COVID recovery service launched in Stockton-on-Tees

The impact of Covid-19 is continuing to affect communities across the UK, with new cases averaging at around 40,000 cases a day.

15 November 2021

Latest reports and publications

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Tees, Esk and Wear Valley (TEWV) Community Transformation Report

27 October 2021

This report provides insight into what matters most to the people of...

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Decision Making Policy - September 2021

This policy and associated procedures outline the steps taken to...

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Womens' Experiences of Health and Social Care Report: A public engagement supported by ‘A Way Out’

Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees have engaged with local women who...

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The Impact on Unpaid Carers - Living with Covid-19 (Dec 2020 - March 2021)

Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees have engaged with local unpaid carers to...