This network empowers & supports communities in Stockton, in partnership with Public Health. Get in touch: [email protected]

Stockton-on-Tees
Joined January 2021
πŸ’œ Diabetes Peer Support Groups πŸ“ The Wellbeing Hub - Stockton-on-Tees πŸ“…28th Oct πŸ“John Whitehead Park Community Hub πŸ“…29th Oct ⭐ Guest speakers will be at each meeting. πŸ“ž 07842 314872 for more info #DiabetesSupport πŸ’œ
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🍞 Thornaby’s Bread and Butter Thing hub has moved! πŸ“ Now at Thornaby Methodist Church, TS17 9DZ πŸ•‘ Mondays at 2pm Get 3 bags of quality food for just Β£8.50. πŸ”— stockton.gov.uk/the-bread-an… #BreadAndButterThing #CostOfLivingSupport #Thornaby πŸŽπŸ’™
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🌟 Looking for free activities in Stockton? 🚢 Free walks πŸ’ͺ Fitness classes 🎨 Arts & theatre β˜• Community cafΓ©s 🀝 Volunteer opportunities Meet new people, try something different and boost your wellbeing, all for free! #StocktonOnTees #FreeActivities #CommunitySupport
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πŸƒ Free Gym Travel Training Want to try free exercise classes but unsure about getting there? Join a friendly walk to Queen’s Campus Sport and build confidence travelling to and from the gym. πŸ“ Splash Stockton πŸ“… 21 Oct or 4 Nov, 9:30am πŸ“§ [email protected]
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πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈπŸ’™ Prevent falls with simple steps: clear clutter, wear supportive footwear, keep walkways well lit, and use non-slip mats. πŸ”— stockton.gov.uk/MDS-and-fall… πŸ”— stockton.gov.uk/HIA #FallsPrevention #StaySafe #HealthyAgeing #Stockton🏑 @stocktoncouncil
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❀️ Thank You for Supporting Our Poppy Project Over 1,600 handmade poppies and an amazing community effort! A big thank you to everyone who has supported the project. We can't wait for the official opening on 24th October.
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🎾 Free Padel Taster for Over 60s! πŸ“… 20 Oct | ⏰ 11amπŸ“ Padel Up Teesside, Stockton Book your free place with Age UK Teesside: πŸ“ž 01642 805500 #Padel #ActiveAgeing #AgeUKTeesside
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πŸ’‰ TODAY: COVID-19 Vaccine Pop-Up Clinic in Stockton-on-Tees If you're eligible for the autumn COVID-19 vaccine, go along and get protected this season. πŸ“ Stockton High Street. ⏰ 10am to 4pm βœ… No appointment needed - just drop in! More information: nhs.uk/vaccinations/covid-19…
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πŸ’™ Vicky & Isobel recently visited Dunedin House to promote the Community Health & Wellbeing Champions Network, raising awareness and inspiring staff to support healthier communities across Stockton. #CommunityChampions #HealthAndWellbeing #MakingADifference πŸ€πŸ’™
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❄️ Feeling the chill this winter? Need extra support to stay warm? The Stay Safe & Warm scheme offers free help for eligible residents. πŸ“ž 03067 990038 πŸ”— clevelandfire.gov.uk #StaySafeAndWarm #WinterWellbeing #Stockton πŸ’™πŸ 
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Stay well this winter! Join us for a free Meet & Eat session with food, friendly advice, and local support services. πŸ“… 27 Oct πŸ•› 12pm-1.30pmπŸ“ Hardwick Community Centre, TS19 8LB πŸ”₯ Cleveland Fire Brigade | πŸ“± NHS App Support | πŸ’· Moneywise & more πŸ“ž 07842 314872
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πŸ“£ Our October Community Health & Wellbeing Champions Newsletter is here! πŸ‚ Catch up on the latest updates, news and opportunities: πŸ‘‰ mailchi.mp/7da6d29dd22d/comm… πŸ“± Or scan the QR code below. #CommunityHealth #WellbeingChampions #HealthAndWellbeing @stocktoncouncil
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πŸ§ πŸ’š Today is World Mental Health Day Support starts with being heard. Take time to listen, check in with someone, and start a conversation. πŸ’¬πŸ‘‚ πŸ”— mentalhealth-uk.org/get-invo… #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #SupportStartsWithBeingHeard #StocktonπŸ’šπŸ§ 
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πŸ‚πŸ’š Join the Community Clean-Up at Hardwick Dene Nature Reserve! πŸ“… 14 Oct | πŸ•š 11am πŸ“ Cowpen Crescent Car Park, TS19 8QB πŸš’ Hosted by Cleveland Fire Brigade UK βœ… Equipment provided β˜• Refreshments available 🌿 #CommunityCleanup #HardwickDene
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πŸ§Άβ˜• Yap & Yarn, Craft & Create Bring your knitting, crochet, crafts, or just yourself for a friendly chat! πŸ“… Fri 9 Oct⏰ 12pm–2pmπŸ“ Billingham Library, TS23 2LN πŸ’š Free & welcoming to all adults. #YapAndYarn #Billingham #CraftGroup #CommunityConnections 🧢
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πŸŽ€ Breast Cancer Awareness Month Know your normal. Checking your breasts regularly can help you spot changes early and get support when needed. πŸ’— Check regularly πŸ” Notice any changes πŸ“ž Don't delay seeking advice πŸ”— nhs.uk/conditions/breast-can… #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
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πŸ’š World Mental Health Day – 10 Oct Join The Wellbeing Hub for a cuppa, chat and wellbeing activities. πŸ“… Fri 9 Oct⏰ 9:30am–11:30amπŸ“ Wellington Square, Stockton β˜• Meet the team🀝 Find local supportπŸ’š Everyone welcome #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #Stockton
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πŸ’™ Thank you to our amazing Champions Network for helping make Martin’s final wish come true. Special thanks to Alison and Rob for making it happen. A small act of kindness that made a lasting difference. πŸ’™ #CommunityChampions #KindnessMatters #StocktonOnTees
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πŸ“’ Have your say on how health and care data is used. πŸ“ Complete a short survey on Secure Data Environments by 18 October and be in with a chance to win 1 of 5 Β£50 Love2shop vouchers. πŸ”— smartsurvey.co.uk/s/5QWHKI/ #HaveYourSay #NHS #PatientVoice 🩡
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πŸš­πŸ’š Stoptober: Ready to Quit? The free Smoke Free app can help you quit for good with personalised support, progress tracking and expert advice. πŸ“² Download now: πŸ”— getmesmokefree.com πŸ”— freshquit.co.uk #Stoptober #QuitSmoking #SmokeFree πŸš­πŸ’š
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