County Durham Resilience

Below is a list of organisations that you can access over the festive period if you need them. 💜 You don't have to be alone this Christmas.

A great afternoon for Project Lead, Donna Sheavills and Coordinator Donna Kelly at Arch Recovery College's 10th Anniversary, includes connecting with Emma Spencer (left on first photo) and Linda, Social Prescribing Link Workers in Durham East and other colleagues from GP Aligned, Community Mental Health Teams and other VCSE & NHS services. 💜

Amazing news from Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) bringing Welcome Spaces to the Pioneering Care Centre. 💜 Drop in and connect with others through a warm and welcoming space this winter. Sessions are free, and visitors can access family activities, hot drinks, a hot meal, friendly conversation and a range of guidance and support. Starting 8 January to 26 March 2025 from 4pm to 6.30pm every Wednesday.

Our Project Lead Donna Sheavills, and Coordinator, Donna Kelly have been focusing some sessions with clients on the five senses. Engaging sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell can reduce stress, boost mindfulness, and improve your mood. Whether it’s savouring your favourite treat or listening to calming sounds, these simple exercises help you feel grounded and relaxed. 💜 Find out more about us here: https://lnkd.in/eZPkD2Zm

We understand talking on the phone can be difficult for some people, that's why we have an online form to access our service. 💜 If you want to build your emotional wellbeing click the link to be taken to our online form 👉 https://lnkd.in/ea66iFEj

Our Coordinator Donna Kelly, has been featured in the latest Staff Spotlight series from Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP), Donna has been with PCP for 14 years and we are proud to have her in our team. 💜

This week is a prime opportunity to highlight volunteers, and we are highlighting Mark Sacco, he said: "Volunteering has given me a sense of purpose, provided opportunities to develop my confidence and skills, and helped me to feel connected with the community. This has improved my mental wellbeing." Read more about becoming a volunteer with us as well as more from Mark. 💜

We’re very excited to be here tonight amongst many fantastic organisations that have made a difference. 💜 Keep your fingers crossed for us… 🤞

A final good luck message for the service later today who have been been selected as a finalist in the Health and Wellbeing Award category at the County Durham Together Awards 2024. The team are are excited to celebrate with all the amazing and deserved finalists. 💜

Donna Sheavills, Project Lead and Julie Court, Resilience Worker recently attended Lanchester Road Hospital and also attended a staff wellbeing session at Ushaw Mor Historical House. 💜 Fantastic scenery!