Welcome to Healthwatch North Tyneside’s May 2023 ebulletin. Please feel free to forward this email to anyone who may find it useful and they can sign up here to receive their own copy. If you’d like an article included in a future eNews, please email info@hwnt.co.uk. Healthwatch North Tyneside News Digital inclusion – what matters to local people?…
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We love how our program never looks the same! Not only did we have our usual weekly classes running, this week we enjoyed a book making session with Amy, top tips with gardening expert Mike, a trip to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park and making our own soap with Eileen. Phew – we need this long weekend…
Read More Slightly lighter than the St Edward’s Crown our budding florists made their own floral, crown centrepieces to celebration the Coronation.Here is what they had to say about this celebratory session: ‘You meet so many people with the same interests and learning together helps build new friendships.’ ‘Loved everything about it. Great to see everyone’s display.’ Feeling inspired?…
Read MoreArthritis is a health condition that affects millions of people of all ages in the UK. It has many forms and is usually debilitating and unpleasant to live with. Charity Versus Arthritis is piloting a new service in North Tyneside over the next six months that will help people to manage their condition and improve their general…
Read More We went over The Border last week with a sunny trip to Edinburgh! Shopping, a trip to the National Museum of Scotland and lunch were just a few of the activities enjoyed by the day trippers. ‘It was a lovely day…well organised and great fun. We had a few hours to do everything we wanted.’ Continue…
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Tuesday 9 May from 1pm to 3pm at Whitley Bay Islamic CentreAre you from a minority ethnic community and registered with a North Tyneside GP? Come along to this free, drop-in, health awareness event – refreshments are provided. Health & blood pressure checks Find out more about social prescribing support Information and advice on cancer screening…
Read More Big smiles in The Shed last week as volunteers helped people make their very own planters. Here’s what they had to say about it…. “Practical and friendly and enjoyable”“Thank you. Excellent work shop”“A chance to try something different without having to fork out lots of money on tools and materials and with the guidance of those…
Read More The Shedders have been busy over the last few weeks with a large commision from Pearey House, a centre in North Shields for adults who have a visual impairment. Huge thanks for asking us to make your crafty bits and bobs! KEEP LEARNING – Make your own freestanding window boxA new workshop from our Shedders – like always no…
Read MoreAfter a fantastic start to the year, next week sees DiscoverME launch its next round of 3-week sessions for young people aged 16-25 in North Tyneside. Mindful Kitchen (almost full) – healthy eating on a budget. Monday’s 2:15pm to 4pm at East End Youth and Community Centre, North Shields. Express, Don’t Stress! – A social session to explore creative expression! Thursday’s 4pm…
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Being a parent or carer is one of the most rewarding but challenging jobs there is. Providing the care, love, security and support your child needs to develop as a happy, healthy and confident individual is crucial. Whether you’re pregnant and looking to do some formal learning, a new parent or a parent to a primary…
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