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It’s our mission to ensure that young people have a voice when it comes to health & social care in the town.

Youthwatch Darlington is a health & social care volunteering programme - providing young people with real opportunities use their voice and to make a difference to health & care in the Borough of Darlington. We create opportunities for young people to work with service providers and commissioners to develop and improve services now and in the future. Keep upto date with Youthwatch Darlington’s activities and the latest health, care and wellbeing information for young people and families.

27/03/2026

Darlington Borough Council is thrilled to announce an exciting Easter Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme. HAF, funded by the Department for Education (DfE), offers activities taking place at various locations across the town, include sports, arts and crafts, cooking, gaming and much more, with a nutritious meal provided for every participant at each event.

Families with eligible children will receive information from their child’s school regarding the available sessions and how to access the booking system. A range of activity sessions is available for children and families with additional needs.

If you have a child who receives benefit-related school meals and they haven’t received a letter from your child’s school regarding the free HAF Easter holiday session, contact your school directly.

Check out the full range of activities across the Easter school Holidays: www.darlington.gov.uk/HAF

27/03/2026

Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) has asked Teesside University to undertake a study to identify what the main transport barriers are accessing work, training or education across Tees Valley. This includes urban, rural and coastal communities.

TVCA is seeking to better understand local transport needs and is encouraging residents to share their experiences of travelling within the Tees Valley.

To take part in the online survey, please visit: https://ow.ly/JyNX50YxY6x

26/03/2026

North East & North Cumbria NHS have released the opening hours for pharmacies in Darlington over the 2026 Easter period as well as the May and August bank holidays.

Find out if and when your pharmacy is open during these times: https://ow.ly/ujSe50Yy2UV

26/03/2026

The next Darlington Organisations Together meeting is just FOUR weeks away - on Thursday 23 April. Please be aware this meeting will take place in Paton Meeting Room on the First Floor at Lingfield House in Lingfield Point, Darlington, DL1 1RW from 10am to 12pm.

Guest speakers at this meeting will be:

- Robbie Jones from Home instead
- Linda Chandler from Network Rail

For further information including directions to the venue, please visit https://ow.ly/8Mss50YseGx

25/03/2026

Have you been affected by drug and/or alcohol misuse? The team at STRIDE (Supporting Treatment and Recovery in Darlington through Empowerment) brings together the expertise of With You, Recovery Connections, and the STRIDE Engagement Team to offer a free, confidential service for people of all ages who want to make positive changes in their lives.

Make that postive change today: https://ow.ly/YslO50YxW5X

25/03/2026

The Dementia Friendly Darlington working group has created a survey to gather feedback from people in Darlington, asking for the thoughts, feelings, and experiences of people affected by dementia to better understand what matters most to them.

You can take part by scanning the QR code on the poster or visiting https://ow.ly/TAOi50YxWS9

The deadline to complete the survey is Thursday 30 April.

To print a copy for your friends and family please visit https://ow.ly/wiOW50YxWSc

24/03/2026

Cutting down the sugar in your diet is an easy way to protect your teeth and gumsfrom decay and disease.
Be Smile Smart and try these simple swaps:

- Fizzy drinks no added sugar
squash with sparkling water
- Sugar in hot drinks sweetener
- Biscuits whole fruits
- Low-fat yoghurt plain, natural yoghurt with fruits or berries for sweetness

Get more sugar swap ideas at https://northeastnorthcumbria.nhs.uk/here-to-help-you/nhs-dentistry

24/03/2026

In just 3 minutes you could:

-Boil a kettle
-Scroll on your phone
-Leave feedback about your care

Take 3 minutes to make a difference and feedback about health and social care in Darlington.

Share your experiences with us today - https://www.healthwatchdarlington.co.uk/share-your-views

23/03/2026

Darlington Mind want to understand what more can be done to stop people reaching crisis points. They have launched a survey to hear directly from the people, communities, businesses and organisations in Darlington, Hambleton and Richmondshire.

Darlington has one of the highest su***de rates in the country, particularly among working-age men, and high rates of admission to NHS mental health wards.

The survey link is here: darlingtonmind.com/survey or scan the QR code in the poster.

20/03/2026

NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board want to hear from children, young people, parents and carers who have used the Children’s Occupational Therapy Service in Darlington delivered by County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust in the last 24 months.

Take part today - click the link or use the QR code attached 👉 https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/CYPOTParent/

If you need help, another language, or a different format:
· 📧 nencicb-tv.enquiries@nhs.net
· 📞 01624 263030

20/03/2026

Be Smile Smart this World Oral Health Day by taking simple steps to protect your teeth and gums.

1. Brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste. Brush before bed and one other time during the day.
2. Spit don't rinse excess toothpaste after brushing to get the full enamel-strengthening benefits of fluoride.
3. Swap sugary treats and drinks for healthier options.
4. Stop smoking and drink less alcohol to reduce teeth staining and cut the risk of gum disease, tooth erosion and even mouth cancer.

Find out more: https://northeastnorthcumbria.nhs.uk/here-to-help-you/nhs-dentistry

19/03/2026

Darlington Parent Carer Forum is proud to partner with Darlington Town Football Club to make sure football matches are accessible to all. They will be offering funded places for local (home) matches with:

✔ Reserved accessible seating
✔ Designated entry gate (no crowds or turnstiles)
✔ Accessibility info & photos of key staff before the match
✔ Easy-read match day programmes
✔Players Meet and Greet

Register your attendance at the next match on Saturday 21 March: https://ow.ly/cXf250YvMPp

Address

Healthwatch Darlington Ltd , C/O Tandem Hub, Morton Park Business Training Centre, DL1 4PG
Darlington
DL14PJ

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

01325 380145

Website

https://www.healthwatchdarlington.co.uk/youthwatch-darlington

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