Adult Wellbeing Services

Adult Wellbeing Services 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/

πŸ’™ Where across County Durham can you find our π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² team? Drop in to an event near you, or call to book you...
03/05/2026

πŸ’™ Where across County Durham can you find our π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² team? Drop in to an event near you, or call to book your place:

- Tuesday 5 May, 9:30am to 11:30am – Wellbeing Drop-in at Pelton Community Centre, Pelton
- Wednesday 6 May, 1pm to 2pm – Eatwise at Woodhouse Close Community Centre, Bishop Auckland
- Thursday 7 May, 6pm to 7:30pm – Embrace the Change: Menopause Support Group at The Pioneering Care Partnership Care Centre, Newton Aycliffe

To learn more about the events, contact us on 0800 876 6887, cdda-tr.WBFL@nhs.net, or find out more here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/whats-on/

πŸ’™ Want to learn how to make long-lasting changes to your eating habits and enjoy some gentle, important exercises? Join ...
02/05/2026

πŸ’™ Want to learn how to make long-lasting changes to your eating habits and enjoy some gentle, important exercises? Join π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² for Eatwise and Exercise, an extension of Eatwise with one hour of healthy eating education followed by 30 minutes of chair-based exercises.

The next sessions are:

- Teesdale Leisure Centre, Barnard Castle – Monday 11 May, 1pm to 2:30pm
- The Monteith, West Auckland – starting Friday 22 May, 10am to 11:30am

We have had some wonderful feedback from previous groups, including:

β€œThank you for your support; I really wanted to make healthier changes that would help me long term rather than using medication and injections. I am learning new habits and losing weight in the process. I am feeling confident in the changes I have made and know my health is improving every day.”

Find out more about these groups and book your place here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/whats-on/

Our services will be closed over the bank holiday from 5pm Friday 1 May to 9am Tuesday 5 May.During this time: - In the ...
01/05/2026

Our services will be closed over the bank holiday from 5pm Friday 1 May to 9am Tuesday 5 May.

During this time:

- In the event of an emergency, please phone 999.
- To speak to an information and support adviser or cancer information nurse specialist, please contact the Macmillan Support line free on 0808 808 00 00. Available 7 days a week, 8am to 8pm.
- If you require medical assistance, please contact your local pharmacy, your GP or phone 111.

Have a lovely bank holiday!

It was a pleasure for our teams to be invited to speak at the Better Health at Work Award County Durham Celebration even...
01/05/2026

It was a pleasure for our teams to be invited to speak at the Better Health at Work Award County Durham Celebration event.

Lindsey from π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—², Sonia from 𝗝𝗼𝗢𝗻𝗢𝗻𝗴 π˜π—΅π—² π——π—Όπ˜π˜€, and Claire and Andrea from Cancer Awareness Team County Durham presented the work our teams do to a vibrant room, as well as offering information and advice. Personal stories were shared highlighting the impact of what these services, and others like them, bring to people’s lives.

Well done to all the award winners – a fantastic day dedicated to employee wellbeing. Thank you Pioneering Care Partnership for delivering such a special celebration.

πŸ’š Would you like a supportive voice to help you through your cancer journey? Whether you are living with cancer, or cari...
30/04/2026

πŸ’š Would you like a supportive voice to help you through your cancer journey? Whether you are living with cancer, or caring for someone who has a diagnosis, 𝗝𝗼𝗢𝗻𝗢𝗻𝗴 π˜π—΅π—² π——π—Όπ˜π˜€ is here for you.

Our support can cover a range of concerns:

- Family
- Physical
- Lifestyle information
- Emotional
- Spiritual or religious
- Practical or money

We have been supporting a client recently, and they contacted us to leave a lovely message before they move from the area:

β€œI just wanted to get in touch and thank you for everything you have done to support me. Your kindness and the service has been wonderful. I have now moved to be closer to my son, but I couldn't leave without saying thank you.”

We are a free, personal service for people aged 18 and over who live or are registered with a GP within County Durham. If we can help you, contact us on 0800 876 6887 or cddft.joiningthedots@nhs.net. You can also find out more here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/cancer-support/

πŸ’™ Would you like to gain knowledge that can help you improve your physical and mental wellbeing, and learn new skills to...
30/04/2026

πŸ’™ Would you like to gain knowledge that can help you improve your physical and mental wellbeing, and learn new skills to confidently support others?

The π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² Training Programme for May is here, and sessions are free to attend for anyone living or working in County Durham.

Sounds interesting? For more information and how to sign up, go here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/whats-on/categories/lifelong-learning/

πŸ’™ Bethany and Emily from π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² are joining The Lavender Group at Woodhouse Close Community Centre, Bishop A...
28/04/2026

πŸ’™ Bethany and Emily from π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² are joining The Lavender Group at Woodhouse Close Community Centre, Bishop Auckland for four wellbeing sessions covering a range of tips and activities.

The Lavender Group are a social group who come together for a hot drink and a chat every other Friday. This group has been set up as a supportive space for those who have been affected by strokes, but they also welcome anyone living with long-term conditions.

Our sessions will be:

- Friday 1 May, 11am to midday – Gentle Chair Exercises
- Friday 15 May, 11am to midday – Sleep Hygiene and Caffeine
- Friday 29 May, 11am to midday – Healthy Eating Habits
- Friday 12 June, 11am to midday – Wellbeing Through Crafts (we will be making a summer rag wreath)

You do not need to book, but please get in touch to let us know you’re coming! Find out more about each session here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/whats-on/

πŸ’š β€œThank you so much for doing all the referrals for me. I now have my Will, Power of Attorney, Blue Badge, and finances...
28/04/2026

πŸ’š β€œThank you so much for doing all the referrals for me. I now have my Will, Power of Attorney, Blue Badge, and finances sorted out and feeling a lot better than the first time we spoke. Everything is in hand now.”

Are you needing a helping hand to guide you through processes and to get you and your loved ones the right support? A 𝗝𝗼𝗢𝗻𝗢𝗻𝗴 π˜π—΅π—² π——π—Όπ˜π˜€ Facilitator can take some of the burden away to ensure you peace of mind.

Contact our friendly team; we’d love to speak with you. Call 0800 876 6887 or email cddft.joiningthedots@nhs.net.

You can also find out more here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/cancer-support/

πŸ’™ π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² has been supporting a client to lose weight who was initially unsure whether the group sessions the...
27/04/2026

πŸ’™ π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² has been supporting a client to lose weight who was initially unsure whether the group sessions they were involved in were the right path for them. Our practitioner offered them one-to-one sessions with the understanding that, if they still thought this, they could withdraw from the service.

Now at the point of session 6, the client has made fantastic progress. They are extremely happy with the support from our practitioner, saying: β€œI feel good! The best I’ve felt for a long, long time!”.

In this same appointment after being weighed, they said: β€œI have tried many things in an effort to lose weight, and this is the only thing that has worked!”

How can we help you? Visit here to learn more about our weight management and healthy eating service: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/weight-management-healthy-eating/

πŸ’™ Where is π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² this week? - Monday 27 April, 10am to 11:30am – Cooking on a Budget at Haswell & Haswell P...
26/04/2026

πŸ’™ Where is π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² this week?

- Monday 27 April, 10am to 11:30am – Cooking on a Budget at Haswell & Haswell Plough Community Centre, Haswell
- Monday 27 April, 11am to midday – Eatwise at Dean Bank & Ferryhill Institute, Ferryhill
- Monday 27 April, 1pm to 2:30pm – Eatwise and Exercise at Teesdale Leisure Centre, Barnard Castle
- Tuesday 28 April, 10am to midday – Growing Communities Through Gardens event at Blackhill Lodge, Blackhill and Consett Park
- Wednesday 29 April, 9am to midday – Health and wellbeing event at The Job Centre, Stanley
- Wednesday 29 (all day event) – Foundation of Light Health and Wellbeing Game of II Halves Mental Health Conference at Beacon of Light, Sunderland
- Wednesday 29 April, 11:30am to 12:30pm – Eatwise at Peterlee Leisure Centre, Peterlee
- Wednesday 29 April, 1pm to 2pm – Eatwise at Woodhouse Close Community Centre, Bishop Auckland
- Thursday 30 April, 1pm to 3pm – No to Ni****ne at Jubilee Medical Group GP Surgery, Newton Aycliffe

For more information and how to attend an event, contact us on 0800 876 6887, cdda-tr.WBFL@nhs.net, or visit: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/whats-on/

Find support in your community during .Join π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² and 𝗝𝗼𝗢𝗻𝗢𝗻𝗴 π˜π—΅π—² π——π—Όπ˜π˜€ at our Wellbeing Market, where you ...
24/04/2026

Find support in your community during .

Join π—ͺ𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗢𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 π—Ÿπ—Άπ—³π—² and 𝗝𝗼𝗢𝗻𝗢𝗻𝗴 π˜π—΅π—² π——π—Όπ˜π˜€ at our Wellbeing Market, where you can find out what’s on in the local area, and what support is available from us and other services.

- Tuesday 12 May, 10am to midday at Pioneering Care Partnership Care Centre, Newton Aycliffe
- Wednesday 13 May, 10am to midday at Bishop Auckland Baptist Church, Bishop Auckland

Free hot drinks are available and you can purchase food from the cafΓ©s on-site.

For more information about each event, go here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/whats-on/

πŸ’š 𝗝𝗼𝗢𝗻𝗢𝗻𝗴 π˜π—΅π—² π——π—Όπ˜π˜€ works alongside local groups and organisations to support people directly affected by cancer to live ...
23/04/2026

πŸ’š 𝗝𝗼𝗢𝗻𝗢𝗻𝗴 π˜π—΅π—² π——π—Όπ˜π˜€ works alongside local groups and organisations to support people directly affected by cancer to live well. We share information and are a touchpoint to accessing the services and help you need.

We recently attended a support group and received a lovely comment from a member:

β€œThank you very much for coming along and talking to our group. We really look forward to seeing you again in the future.”

Can we help you? To speak with our team, call 0800 876 6887 or email cddft.joiningthedots@nhs.net.

Find out more about the support we offer here: www.yourwellbeingservices.uk/cancer-support/

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