County Durham Resilience

County Durham Resilience We are primarily an early-intervention service and aim to build resilience within communities in County Durham. 📧 resilience@pcp.uk.net

We would like to say a big thank you to Emma from the Alzheimer's Society who came along to our team meeting yesterday t...
26/02/2026

We would like to say a big thank you to Emma from the Alzheimer's Society who came along to our team meeting yesterday to deliver a dementia friends raising awareness session. 💜

It was a fantastic session, and we all learnt something new that will further help us to support our clients.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to gain some Happiness Hubs funding - the deadline is this Friday 20 Februa...
18/02/2026

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to gain some Happiness Hubs funding - the deadline is this Friday 20 February. 🚨

Pioneering Care Partnership invites applications from organisations seeking funding to create safe, welcoming spaces where people and their carers can connect, build friendships, share experiences, and feel supported, helping communities lead happier, healthier lives.

They are particularly keen to hear from those organisations that wish to develop Happiness Hubs, who have not previously benefitted from the Happiness Hubs grant. The ultimate goal is to help people to live happier, healthier lives, focusing on mental health, with the aim to promote mental wellbeing and personal resilience.

Grants of between £500 and £10,000 are available for projects. They can fund for minimum of 12 to 18 months in County Durham. To find out more, to request an application pack or if you need support with your application please email: Happiness.Hubs@pcp.uk.net or call/text: 07773 282882

Click the link here to find out more and get your application pack: www.pcp.uk.net/happiness-hubs

The closing date for applications is Friday 20 February 2026

It was fantastic for County Durham Resilience to hear about and be part of this inspiring celebration alongside Pioneeri...
18/02/2026

It was fantastic for County Durham Resilience to hear about and be part of this inspiring celebration alongside Pioneering Care Partnership's Lived Experience team, the Peer Support service, Adult Wellbeing Services, and so many other important services across County Durham.

It brought people together to share ideas, challenge thinking, and highlight real lived experiences, whilst showing exactly how we continue to transform and strengthen mental health support across our communities.

Together, we’re all helping to build healthier, more resilient, and happier communities for everyone.

County Durham Resilience staff members took a wellness walk earlier at Hamsterly Forest. 💜But did you know a simple walk...
17/02/2026

County Durham Resilience staff members took a wellness walk earlier at Hamsterly Forest. 💜

But did you know a simple walk can do wonders for your emotional, physical and mental wellbeing?

Walking isn’t just good exercise, it’s a powerful boost for your whole self. It can lift your mood, reduce stress and help clear your mind, giving you a greater sense of calm and positivity. It also supports better focus, sparks creativity and can improve your sleep, making it a great tool for managing anxiety and maintaining good mental health.

Physically, walking strengthens your heart, increases energy levels and helps keep your joints and muscles healthy. Whether it’s a short stroll or a long scenic walk, getting outside and moving can make a huge difference.

If you can and are able to take a moment today or tomorrow to step out, breathe deeply and feel the benefits of walking.

Coordinator Donna Kelly, will be at Healthwatch County Durham LGBT+ Your Voice Matters workshop later today from 4.30pm ...
11/02/2026

Coordinator Donna Kelly, will be at Healthwatch County Durham LGBT+ Your Voice Matters workshop later today from 4.30pm to 6.30pm at The Work Place, Aycliffe Business Park, Heighington Lane, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6AH. 💜

This inclusion workshop is designed to give you space to learn, ask questions and be heard. The session will include short talks from people working in services such as the NHS and Police, along with information about your rights, access and the support available. There will be simple activities, time for questions and gender‑neutral toilet facilities on site.

If you can’t attend in person, you can stream the event online. Email julia@healthwatchcountydurham.co.uk to request the link. Your name will remain anonymous and your details will only be used for the purposes of this workshop.

Great to see Coordinator Donna Kelly, giving the lads at the Deerness Valley 4 Males group a solid boxercise session tod...
10/02/2026

Great to see Coordinator Donna Kelly, giving the lads at the Deerness Valley 4 Males group a solid boxercise session today. 😄

The group takes place biweekely on Tuesday's from the Hamsteels Community Centre, Esh Winning and promotes physical and mental wellbeing support for lads by providing peer support services, organising events, and offering practical advice and support in a safe environment.

Annual membership is £10 or £3 per meeting but no charge for your first two meetings. For more information please contact Derek Kelsey on 07729 636871 or delboy1818@gmail.com.

'she thrives' is a campaign celebrating women across County Durham who are involved in physical activity in all its form...
09/02/2026

'she thrives' is a campaign celebrating women across County Durham who are involved in physical activity in all its forms.

Working in partnership with local clubs, national governing bodies and a range of organisations, the campaign supports women’s health and wellbeing by creating welcoming opportunities to get active, build confidence and connect with others. Alongside regular activities, the campaign will feature a range of taster sessions, events, and opportunities designed to support women’s health and wellbeing across the county.

By sharing real stories and offering inclusive activities, she thrives highlights the positive impact movement can have on both physical and mental wellbeing, while encouraging more women to take part, whatever their age, background or experience.

There’ll be plenty of opportunities to get involved, whatever your experience. Find out what’s coming up here: https://thriveleisure.co.uk/index.php/activities/she-thrives/

Chinese New Year is this month and participants attending our Watercolour for Wellbeing Group took this as their inspira...
04/02/2026

Chinese New Year is this month and participants attending our Watercolour for Wellbeing Group took this as their inspiration to create some wonderful paintings of far away landscapes, lanterns and colourful decorations. 🎨

The Watercolour for Wellbeing group takes place once a month at Crook Library. Painting is a creative and mindful activity and taking part in a peer art group is a great way of connecting with people.

The group is fully subscribed at the moment, but if you would like to put your name down in case places become available, please get in touch with Dawn at dawn.murphy@pcp.uk.net.

With thanks to County Durham Libraries in Crook for hosting.

Great news, Pioneering Care Partnership invites applications from organisations seeking funding to create safe, welcomin...
03/02/2026

Great news, Pioneering Care Partnership invites applications from organisations seeking funding to create safe, welcoming spaces where people and their carers can connect, build friendships, share experiences, and feel supported, helping communities lead happier, healthier lives.

They are particularly keen to hear from those organisations that wish to develop Happiness Hubs, who have not previously benefitted from the Happiness Hubs grant. The ultimate goal is to help people to live happier, healthier lives, focusing on mental health, with the aim to promote mental wellbeing and personal resilience.

Grants of between £500 and £10,000 are available for projects. They can fund for minimum of 12 to 18 months in County Durham. To find out more, to request an application pack or if you need support with your application please email: Happiness.Hubs@pcp.uk.net or call/text: 07773 282882

Click the link here to find out more and get your application pack: www.pcp.uk.net/happiness-hubs

The closing date for applications is Friday 20 February 2026

Saturday was creative morning at this month’s LGBTQ+ Café Connect. Art can have a relaxing effect on our wellbeing and a...
02/02/2026

Saturday was creative morning at this month’s LGBTQ+ Café Connect. Art can have a relaxing effect on our wellbeing and also helps to support communication; this month’s meet up worked on creating feel good heart spinners with a range of uplifting words and good use of colour.

In partnership with Hamsteels Community Centre, Esh Winning LGBTQ+ Café Connect meets up at the end of each month. A warm welcome awaits with hot drinks and food available to purchase. A meeting place where you can create new networks and relax with a range of different activities.

To find out more dates please contact resilience@pcp.uk.net

Looking after your wellbeing doesn’t have to be complicated. Small actions each day can make a big difference. Here are ...
29/01/2026

Looking after your wellbeing doesn’t have to be complicated. Small actions each day can make a big difference. Here are the Five Ways to Wellbeing to help boost your mood, stay connected, and feel your best. 💜

Connect - Connect with people to help build belonging and self worth. This gives emotional support for all and allows the sharing of positive experiences.

Active - Being Active raises self esteem. Set your long and short term goals and make an overall positive lifestyle change.

Learn - Learn new skills to boost self confidence and focusing ability and helps you to connect to others.

Give - Giving to others creates positivity and sense of reward. It can be small acts of kindness, saying 'thank you', 'good morning', or calling your friends and family.

Mindfulness - Mindfulness is a great way to connect with yourself. Pay attention to yourself, your thoughts, your feelings, the world around you.

Struggling to reach your goals? Feel like your routines are holding you back? 💜Join the new free five‑week course design...
27/01/2026

Struggling to reach your goals? Feel like your routines are holding you back? 💜

Join the new free five‑week course designed to help you build healthy habits and set achievable, everyday goals. Every Wednesday starting 11 February for five weeks from midday to 13.30pm at Hamsteels Community Centre, Esh Winning

‘Pioneering your way to resilience and wellbeing’ gives you time to focus on yourself while creating your own personal wellbeing guide, supported by the County Durham Resilience team and a range of practical activities.

Book your free space by completing the online referral form at: www.pcp.uk.net/county-durham-resilience

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The Pioneering Care Centre, Carer's Way
Newton Aycliffe
DL54SF

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