Adapt North East

02/01/2026

Advice on benefits and how to maximise your finances for parents/carers with a child with additional needs (aged 0 to 5) in ENGLAND. .

02/01/2026

29/12/2025

The Adapt Community Warm Space will be open tomorrow, Tuesday 30 December from 10am-1pm. Pop down for some homemade soup, a warm welcome, hot drinks and a chance to chat.

Find us on Burn Lane, Hexham, NE46 3HN.

23/12/2025

Today at the Warm Space: Fabulous wreaths being made, and canine visitors ready for Christmas!

A reminder that the Warm Space is closed Wednesdays 24/31 December and Thursdays 25 December/1 January.

The space will be OPEN on Tuesday 30th December, 10am-1pm, so do call in for a warm welcome, a warm drink and a chat. Find us on Burn Lane, Hexham.☕️

22/12/2025

The Warm Space at our Community Hub will be open on Tuesdays 23 and 30 December, 10am - 1pm, over Christmas time. Please call in for a hot drink and a snack, or just for a chat or to say hello!

From 6 January 2026, the Warm Space will be open as usual for sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10am - 1pm.

More details of the Community Hub can be found on our website: bit.ly/AdaptNECommunityHub

15/12/2025

The Travelling with Confidence project travels to Edinburgh. Read all about their trip and find out more about the project at bit.ly/TravellingWithConfidenceEdinburgh

12/12/2025

Some excellent tips for families this Christmas; thanks to West Northumberland Family Hubs ❤️

How do you keep the magic of Christmas alive and avoid the meltdowns?

Christmas can feel overwhelming for children as routines change, and excitment builds. The bright lights and decorations can also be sensory overload! Here are some top tips for dealing with the festivities without being totally frazzled...

🎄Find ways to adapt Christmas traditions, so that they work for your family. The picture perfect pressure of social media can weigh heavy as we plan and prep. But all families are different, don't feel like you have to do something stressful just for the photos!

🎄Make things easy for yourself. If cooking a huge dinner on Christmas day adds stress, and takes you away from the kids, why not enjoy picky party food and do the roast on Boxing Day? Do what is comfortable for your family.

🎄Make allowances for emotional outbursts. There's lots going on for everyone, and it's not always as easy for children and young people to communicate their needs and feelings. Remember to keep the basics in mind. Are they hungry, or tired? Get onto their level and validate how they're feeling - "We've been waiting for a long time haven't we, I think you're feeling a bit frustrated." Sometimes that simple acknowledgment is enough.

🎄Keep your usual routine whenever possible. If you know that you're going out to spot Christmas lights later in the afternoon, keep your morning business as usual. Getting up, having breakfast, getting dressed all the same. Afterwards, try to stick with the usual evening plans, so that only one part of the day is different.

🎄Be honest with loved ones. Communicate your family's needs. If the big party you've been invited to will be too much for you or your child, see if there's an alternative. Arrange to come a little bit early and leave before things get too busy, or make a plan to see friends another day so no-one is missing out.

🎄Use a visual calendar so that everyone can see what's happening and when. Being aware of what's coming up, and when, will let everyone talk about any worries they might have, or share how they feel about an event.

🎄If siblings are fighting more than usual, how do we react? Teaching our children how to resolve conflict takes time, but is so worth the effort in the beginning. Give each child an opportunity to put their feeling across, no talking over each other. Repeat back to them the steps of what has happened. Give them the chance to work it out together- "how are you going to deal with this now?"

🎄Try to stay relaxed when plans unexpectedly change. Maybe you've queued to see Santa, and suddenly your little one doesn't want to any more... staying flexible and calm will help your child to manage their emotions too.

12/12/2025

We have three days of craft activities lined up in the Adapt Community Hub next week. Everyone is welcome to pop down. We also have hot drinks, homemade soup, free WIFI and games available. Join us from 10-1, Tuesday-Thursday.

Find us on Burn Lane, Hexham, NE46 3HN, Northumberland.

11/12/2025

Meet our new Chief Executive, Hannah!

Hannah joined us in October, following the retirement of our long-standing Director, Liz Prudhoe. Liz has skilfully led the organisation for many years, and we’re incredibly grateful for her leadership.

Hannah brings over 20 years of experience across health, care, and the voluntary sector. She is a registered physiotherapist with a background in youth and community work and has held a range of leadership roles in community interest companies, charities and the NHS.

Read our Q&A with Hannah to find out more: bit.ly/AdaptNEMeetHannah

11/12/2025

Wreath Making is looking super festive at the Adapt Community Hub. Join us today until 1pm.

11/12/2025

Pop down to the Adapt Community Hub, where we have a school uniform rail provided by Rosie's Corner - items are free of charge. A big thank you to QEHS and HMS for their support.

Open Tue-Thu, 10-1.