Sunderland Information Point

18/02/2025

The Government has announced that Sunday 9th March 2025 will be a National Covid-19 Day of Reflection.

On Saturday 8th March 2025 in Sunderland, local members of Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice invite anyone in the North East who lost a loved one during the pandemic to join them from 12noon at Sunderland Minster, especially if their loved one was lost to Covid-19.

There will be a variety of memorialization activities, as well as space for anyone to reflect on their experiences of the pandemic, whether they lost a loved one or not.

The event will conclude with a ceremony led by Sunderland Interfaith Forum, at 3pm.

15/10/2024

Links for Life Sunderland supports people in the City to access a range of services and activities in the community to help improve their physical and mental health and wellbeing.

Links for Life supports people to find groups or organisations that will improve their quality of life in everything from money management to groups that provide isolated people with company, and many other non-medical ways of improving wellbeing.

A digital hub provides advice and information on a range of health and wellbeing topics as well as a directory of community activity.

The Links for Life website is live now and available for use by anyone in Sunderland.

Helping people in Sunderland make Links for Life. Get information about your health and wellbeing, explore our community directory, and get help.

15/10/2024

The Silver Line Helpline, run by Age UK, is free service for people aged over 55 who would benefit from a friendly chat. The Silver Line Helpline provides conversation 24 hours a day, especially for those who may be experiencing feelings of loneliness and isolation.

The Silver Line Helpline is free, confidential and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

For more information visit The Silver Line Helpline website.

The Silver Line Helpline is a free telephone service just for older people. We provide friendship and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

16/04/2024

The next The Prince's Trust Team Programme will start on Tuesday 7th May 2024 at their Houghall Campus in Durham.

The Team Programme is a 12-week programme focused on personal developmentaimed at 16-25 year olds helping them think about their futures. The programme enables young people to gain new skills and a qualification, developing confidence, self-esteem, communication skills, managing feelings and independence.

As part of the programme young people will:

Learn the importance of teamwork
Spend a week in a residential activity centre
Undertake a project based in the local community
Complete a work placement
Participate in a team challenge involving caring for others
Complete a team presentation delivered to a large audience
Gain a recognised qualification

Participants will get free travel with an Arriva bus pass, access to the college gym and may also be entitled to a bursary.

For more information contact Tamsin Thompson on tamsin.thompson@eastdurham.ac.uk or Telephone 07974 657 770.

22/02/2024

AutismAble are holding a Welcome / Get-To-Know-Us Event on Friday 8th March from 10am to 12noon at Westoe Crown Community Hub, South Shields.

The event is an opportunity to discover more about the service (including the new Youth Hub) and learn how AutismAble can support you, your loved ones, or the people you work with.

This event is open to:

• Individuals interested in potentially attending AutismAble.
• Parents and carers who want to learn more about AutismAble as a post-education option or to support their adult.
• Professionals wishing to learn more for sign-posting or general interest.

The event is free to attend, but you will need to register via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/autismable-welcome-event-get-to-know-us-tickets-844641624837.

09/02/2024

Get instant access to a fun digital therapy app to help your child self manage their worries

Together for Children Sunderland and North East and North Cumbria NHS have partnered with BFB Labs to offer free access to Lumi Nova. Lumi Nova: Tales of Courage is a digital therapeutic intervention that helps with the symptoms of worries or anxiety for children aged 7-12 years, helping them learn skills to self-manage their worries in an engaging intergalactic adventure game (app).

Find out more and get access to the app at the Lumi Nova: Tales of Courage website.

Access to the app is free for families in Sunderland!

06/02/2024

Learning and Skills Open Day
Wednesday 6th March 2024 9am-12noon
Council Chamber, City Hall, Sunderland, SR1 3AA

Are you looking to try something new or gain a qualification?

Pop into the Learning and Skills Open Day on Wednesday 6th March 2024 between 9am-12noon at the Council Chamber, City Hall, Sunderland, SR1 3AA.

You can speak to training providers, trying some fun interactive activities and enjoy free refreshments and prize draws.

Find out more at the Learning and Skills website.

https://www.sunderland.gov.uk/article/30097/Learning-and-Skills-Open-Day

24/01/2024

thebigword Interpreter Summit

thebigword is hosting an in-person Interpreter Summit which will allow new and existing interpreters to speak to staff, special guests and partners.

WEDNESDAY 7TH FEBRUARY between 11am-7pm at HAMSTEELS COMMUNITY HALL, WESTERN AVENUE, ESH WINNING, DURHAM, DH7 9LS.

21/09/2023

Join in the fun of the Wild Oysters Family Fun Day at Roker Beach in Sunderland on Saturday 30th September!

Dive into a sea of fun at the Wild Oysters Family Fun Day! 🌞🌊

Join us on Saturday, September 30th, from 12:00 to 15:00, at Roker Beach in Sunderland for a FREE event that's perfect for all ages!

🐚 See our incredible oyster reef sand art installation that we will have created with Soul2Sand
🌊 Take part in a beach clean
🦀 Ranger Jane beach school will guide kids through a thrilling rock pooling adventure, unveiling the wonders of the sea
🎶 Enjoy the lively tunes of The Silver Shanty Men as they serenade us by the shore
🎨 Transform into sea creatures with fantastic face painting

Please keep in mind that participation in activities will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Plus, all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the event.

Bring your family and friends for a fun filled afternoon. Don't miss out on this afternoon of ocean-inspired entertainment and education.

Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wild-oysters-family-fun-day-tickets-717109452677?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

See you at Roker Beach! 🏖️🌊
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ZSL Blue Marine Foundation British Marine

04/08/2023

Funded by Sunderland City Council the Foundation of Light are delivering a Falls Prevention Course - Strength and Balance in the Sunderland North Area.

This 14-week Strength and Balance course is aimed at over 55s who want to increase their strength, improve their balance and reduce their risk of falling.

A number of courses being delivered across the Sunderland North area, so get in touch today to find the nearest one to you. Call Telephone 0191 5634 749 or e-mail Jade.Gilbertson@foundationoflight.co.uk.

26/07/2023

The very first Mobile Holiday Activity and Food Sunset event of 2023 for teens across Sunderland takes place this Friday. The events are free to attend and run throughout the summer holidays in different locations. At each session we offer a range of activities including sports, arts and crafts, interactive sessions, free food, advice and music. Join the Together for Children team at Princess Anne Park in Washington from 4pm-8pm for our first event of the summer.

With Sunderland Youth Voice

03/07/2023

Band Together is a brand-new Information, Advice, and Guidance Service that offers free support to neurodivergent and/or disabled musicians.

Led by Lauren, our Support and Development Mentor, who is also neurodivergent, Band Together will be at Pop Recs this Wednesday from 10 am to 12 pm. Lauren will be ready to offer free advice and friendly chats with anyone who may be facing barriers to music.

Whether they're dreaming of higher education, breaking into the industry, or figuring out the ins and outs of music distribution and tech, Lauren can help.
Event details:
• Date: Wednesday, 5th July
• Time: 10 am - 12 pm
• Location: Pop Recs, 172-175 High St W, Sunniside, Sunderland SR1 1UP
• Link to our Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/GEMbkJ8M

This is a drop-in session, so no prior booking is required. Everyone who attends will receive a free brochure packed with helpful information, including industry advice, education opportunities, courses, how-to guides, grant funding options, and more.