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We are a range of services working together to reduce health inequalities and increase opportunities for individuals and communities across County Durham.

This page is not monitored 24/7 – we will respond to enquiries as soon as possible. Adult Wellbeing Services (AWS) is a range of services working together to reduce health inequalities and increase opportunities for individuals and communities across County Durham. Wellbeing for life

Offering advice and training to support behaviour change and improve health, wellbeing and learning opportunities. Joining the Dots

Supporting people aged 18 and over to live well when they have received a cancer diagnosis, are going through cancer treatment or are living beyond their diagnosis. Joining the Dots Facilitators can also support immediate carers. Health Squad

Providing support for communities and individuals who have previously found it difficult to access primary health care for either cultural or personal reasons. Waiting Well

A programme for patients selected from surgery or cancer treatment waiting lists who are supported whilst they wait to ensure they are physically well in readiness for the surgery or treatment. Health Checks

Following up those identified as at risk of preventable illness following their NHS Health Check. The service signposts clients to health and wellbeing services for further advice and support. Cancer Awareness

Raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of cancer, the importance of the NHS Screening programmes and advising on lifestyle changes to reduce risk. This service has a dedicated (social media platform name) at: https://www.facebook.com/cancerawarenessteamcodurham/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/86702240/

08/12/2025

💙 Last week, 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 volunteered at Breathing Space Durham. The team got stuck into helping make wooden boxes for disadvantaged children in the area for Christmas.

Handcrafted with some festive decorations, we hope for these to bring some Christmas cheer.

See below for some photos of Fletcher and Tracey in action.

07/12/2025

💙 Where can you find 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 this week?

- Monday 8 December – Eatwise at The Venue, Stanley
- Monday 8 December – With Cancer Awareness Team County Durham at Seaham Customer Access Point, St John's Square, Seaham
- Tuesday 9 December – Derwentside Link Worker Network meeting
- Tuesday 9 December – Blackhill Community Garden Christmas event, Blackhill, Consett
- Tuesday 9 December – Wellbeing Drop-in at Grange Villa Community Enterprise, Grange Villa
- Tuesday 9 December – Christmas Craft Group at Poppy Dene, Peterlee
- Wednesday 10 December – Eatwise at Mrs M, Bishop Auckland
- Thursday 11 December – Men's Su***de Prevention Network meeting
- Thursday 11 December – Christmas Fair at Bullion Hall Chester le Street
- Thursday 11 December – No to Ni****ne at Jubilee Medical Group GP Surgery, Newton Aycliffe
- Friday 12 December – Coalfields Regeneration Trust Christmas Fayre, Horden
- Friday 12 December – talking to apprentices at Official New College Durham
- Saturday 13 December – Blackhall Community Centre Christmas Fayre, Blackhall Colliery

To learn more about what's on across County Durham, go here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/whats-on/

05/12/2025

💙 Want to play a key role in making sure health and wellbeing support is delivered effectively in County Durham?

Pioneering Care Partnership is looking for someone to take the exciting position of 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 (WBFL) Programme Support Officer. This is a wonderful opportunity to help WBFL support behaviour change and improve health, wellbeing and learning opportunities across the county.

Find out more and how to apply here: www.pcp.uk.net/wbfl-programme-support-officer

04/12/2025

🧡 Want to help make a difference with 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱? Pioneering Care Partnership have two full-time (37 hours per week) Health Squad Practitioner positions open.

One position is based in Easington, and one is based in Willington - both with outreach in County Durham. Join the ranks and help support people who have been identified as struggling to access healthcare services.

Find out more about the Easington based role: www.pcp.uk.net/health-squad-practitioner-easington

Find out more about the Willington based role: www.pcp.uk.net/health-squad-practitioner-willington

04/12/2025

💙 Here is the Fibromyalgia Support Group enjoying a relaxing session in the Pioneering Care Partnership hydrotherapy pool.

The hydrotherapy pool can help relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia with its many benefits. These include:
- reduced joint load
- pain relief
- improved circulation
- muscle strength
- improved mental wellbeing

Jules, 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 Community Connector, delivered the session. One of the ladies said to her:

“Thank you, Jules, for our wonderful hydrotherapy experience - it was lovely and very relaxing.”

The Fibromyalgia Support Group runs every Tuesday from midday to 2pm at the Bus Preservation Society, Langton Business Park, Aycliffe Business Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6BL. Get more information by contacting 07543 477773

04/12/2025

💚 “I think the work you do is amazing. Thank you; you are marvellous.”

Getting comments like this for the work our dedicated 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝘁𝘀 team do never stops warming our hearts.

Joining the Dots supports people aged 18 and over to live well when they have received a cancer diagnosis, are going through cancer treatment, or are living beyond their diagnosis. Get in touch with our friendly team to see how we can help you.

Call 0800 876 6887 or email cddft.joiningthedots@nhs.net to speak to a facilitator. You can also visit our website to learn more: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/cancer-support/

03/12/2025

💜 December is now here and Cancer Awareness Team County Durham is looking back on our activity over .

The team were busy across the county raising awareness of the risks, signs and symptoms of prostate and testicular cancer, and the importance of bowel screenings.

Thank you to everyone who dropped by for a chat. Let’s continue pushing the importance of conversations and awareness around men’s health.

We also have a new team member to introduce: Manuel, our Movember mascot, who has been out and about all over.

Find out more about the Cancer Awareness team here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/cancer-awareness/

03/12/2025

🧡 Meet Tanya, a new addition to the 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱 team.

Before joining us, Tanya had worked as a Healthcare Assistant in both a GP practice and A&E. She then moved into the Stop Smoking service for two years and is now a member of Health Squad as an Advanced Practitioner.

We asked Tanya about what she is looking forward to in the role:

“I’m excited to work with Health Squad’s vulnerable cohorts and to make a difference. As well as carrying out health checks for people who wouldn’t usually engage with healthcare services.”

02/12/2025

Small acts of kindness can go a long way in building resilience and creating happiness and a sense of community. Action for Happiness have created a “Do Good December” calendar recommending small tasks you can do daily to help you and your local community.

Why not give a few a try? Make a positive impact on the mental wellbeing of you and those around you.

Find out more here: https://actionforhappiness.org/calendar

02/12/2025

💚 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝘁𝘀 (JTD) has recently supported a lady living beyond her cancer diagnosis who was feeling very anxious while awaiting test results. A JTD Facilitator cooperated with the GP surgery’s Care Coordinator to arrange a telephone call between the lady and her GP to discuss the results.

Following this, the lady was grateful for our help to make this process timely for her.

If you need support with your appointments following a cancer diagnosis, or with any non-medical issues, contact our team on 0800 876 6887 or cddft.joiningthedots@nhs.net.

01/12/2025

💙 Last week, 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 (WBFL) we were delighted to meet Sam and Jo from READLEY.

Mesothelioma has devastated families in traditionally industrial areas. But the condition is rising nationally, and affecting women too. READLEY act to support victims and their families through this awful disease.

The North East is now a centre for Mesothelioma expertise and support is vital. It is commonly misdiagnosed as pneumonia, silicosis, and sometimes Heart Disease.

WBFL are keen to work alongside READLEY to make sure people find the help they need. Contact the charity via info@readley.co.uk or go here: www.readley.co.uk/contact

You can also find the cancer support our Adult Wellbeing Services offer here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/cancer-support/

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