Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees
@hwstockton.bsky.social
The consumer champion for health and social care in Stockton-on-Tees. Engaging with the community. Strengthening voices. Influencing decision making. Visit https://www.healthwatchstocktonontees.co.uk/
There are lots of community food options available for anyone who may struggle over the coming festive period.
Find out more from the Stockton-on-Tees Food Power Network & Catalyst Festive Food & Community Meals info below.
*May be subject to change. Please contact the provider to check/book.
Find out more from the Stockton-on-Tees Food Power Network & Catalyst Festive Food & Community Meals info below.
*May be subject to change. Please contact the provider to check/book.
December 17, 2025 at 1:30 PM
There are lots of community food options available for anyone who may struggle over the coming festive period.
Find out more from the Stockton-on-Tees Food Power Network & Catalyst Festive Food & Community Meals info below.
*May be subject to change. Please contact the provider to check/book.
Find out more from the Stockton-on-Tees Food Power Network & Catalyst Festive Food & Community Meals info below.
*May be subject to change. Please contact the provider to check/book.
..., and their voices have made a real difference to our work.
"I’m committed to making sure this continues and that people remain at the heart of all we do. Thank you to everyone who has supported our work, I look forward to seeing you all in the future."
Have your say: https://bit.ly/HWStockton
"I’m committed to making sure this continues and that people remain at the heart of all we do. Thank you to everyone who has supported our work, I look forward to seeing you all in the future."
Have your say: https://bit.ly/HWStockton
December 17, 2025 at 11:31 AM
..., and their voices have made a real difference to our work.
"I’m committed to making sure this continues and that people remain at the heart of all we do. Thank you to everyone who has supported our work, I look forward to seeing you all in the future."
Have your say: https://bit.ly/HWStockton
"I’m committed to making sure this continues and that people remain at the heart of all we do. Thank you to everyone who has supported our work, I look forward to seeing you all in the future."
Have your say: https://bit.ly/HWStockton
⭐ Lynn's highlight of the year⭐
"My highlight of the year has been seeing how Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees has helped to make changes to healthcare locally, and the public seeing the impact of their feedback.
"I have loved being out and about in our community, I have been welcomed by everyone...
"My highlight of the year has been seeing how Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees has helped to make changes to healthcare locally, and the public seeing the impact of their feedback.
"I have loved being out and about in our community, I have been welcomed by everyone...
December 17, 2025 at 11:31 AM
⭐ Lynn's highlight of the year⭐
"My highlight of the year has been seeing how Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees has helped to make changes to healthcare locally, and the public seeing the impact of their feedback.
"I have loved being out and about in our community, I have been welcomed by everyone...
"My highlight of the year has been seeing how Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees has helped to make changes to healthcare locally, and the public seeing the impact of their feedback.
"I have loved being out and about in our community, I have been welcomed by everyone...
If you need urgent medical advice, please call 111. They are ready to help when our hospital services may be limited and under additional pressures.
December 16, 2025 at 12:32 PM
If you need urgent medical advice, please call 111. They are ready to help when our hospital services may be limited and under additional pressures.
Strike action starts from 7am Wednesday 17 December and runs until 7am Monday 22 December.
Some NHS services will be affected.
Here’s what you need to know about accessing NHS care during this time ⬇️.
Some NHS services will be affected.
Here’s what you need to know about accessing NHS care during this time ⬇️.
December 16, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Strike action starts from 7am Wednesday 17 December and runs until 7am Monday 22 December.
Some NHS services will be affected.
Here’s what you need to know about accessing NHS care during this time ⬇️.
Some NHS services will be affected.
Here’s what you need to know about accessing NHS care during this time ⬇️.
⭐ Janet's highlight of the year⭐
"My highlight was attending the Deaf Emergency Service day at Middlesbrough Club hosted Deaf Empowering Network (DEN).
"My highlight was attending the Deaf Emergency Service day at Middlesbrough Club hosted Deaf Empowering Network (DEN).
December 16, 2025 at 9:52 AM
⭐ Janet's highlight of the year⭐
"My highlight was attending the Deaf Emergency Service day at Middlesbrough Club hosted Deaf Empowering Network (DEN).
"My highlight was attending the Deaf Emergency Service day at Middlesbrough Club hosted Deaf Empowering Network (DEN).
Need urgent dental care in Stockton-on-Tees?
There are now extra urgent appointments available at:
Stockton South Urgent Dental Access Centre
Yarm Lane Dental Practice
59 Yarm Lane
Stockton-on-Tees
TS18 3DX
Find more information & the full list of practices on our website: https://bit.ly/45a07QR
There are now extra urgent appointments available at:
Stockton South Urgent Dental Access Centre
Yarm Lane Dental Practice
59 Yarm Lane
Stockton-on-Tees
TS18 3DX
Find more information & the full list of practices on our website: https://bit.ly/45a07QR
December 15, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Need urgent dental care in Stockton-on-Tees?
There are now extra urgent appointments available at:
Stockton South Urgent Dental Access Centre
Yarm Lane Dental Practice
59 Yarm Lane
Stockton-on-Tees
TS18 3DX
Find more information & the full list of practices on our website: https://bit.ly/45a07QR
There are now extra urgent appointments available at:
Stockton South Urgent Dental Access Centre
Yarm Lane Dental Practice
59 Yarm Lane
Stockton-on-Tees
TS18 3DX
Find more information & the full list of practices on our website: https://bit.ly/45a07QR
We have been reflecting on the past year. Each day this week you will hear from a member of our team about their highlight of the year!
⭐ Kathryn's highlight of the year⭐
"One particular highlight for me is seeing our dedicated volunteer and Board member, Larissa Bennett...
⭐ Kathryn's highlight of the year⭐
"One particular highlight for me is seeing our dedicated volunteer and Board member, Larissa Bennett...
December 15, 2025 at 10:11 AM
We have been reflecting on the past year. Each day this week you will hear from a member of our team about their highlight of the year!
⭐ Kathryn's highlight of the year⭐
"One particular highlight for me is seeing our dedicated volunteer and Board member, Larissa Bennett...
⭐ Kathryn's highlight of the year⭐
"One particular highlight for me is seeing our dedicated volunteer and Board member, Larissa Bennett...
Christmas is approaching and these are our office hours during the festive season.
It is also perfect time to reflect and look back at all the amazing work we have supported, been involved in and done in 2025.
Read the blog from our manager, Natasha here: https://bit.ly/48MV5em
It is also perfect time to reflect and look back at all the amazing work we have supported, been involved in and done in 2025.
Read the blog from our manager, Natasha here: https://bit.ly/48MV5em
December 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Christmas is approaching and these are our office hours during the festive season.
It is also perfect time to reflect and look back at all the amazing work we have supported, been involved in and done in 2025.
Read the blog from our manager, Natasha here: https://bit.ly/48MV5em
It is also perfect time to reflect and look back at all the amazing work we have supported, been involved in and done in 2025.
Read the blog from our manager, Natasha here: https://bit.ly/48MV5em
We waved a sad goodbye to one of our longstanding Board members at our Board meeting yesterday.
Peter Mayes, from Starfish Health & Wellbeing, brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to the board on the struggles of young people around mental health, and we thank him greatly for his support.
Peter Mayes, from Starfish Health & Wellbeing, brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to the board on the struggles of young people around mental health, and we thank him greatly for his support.
December 11, 2025 at 12:30 PM
We waved a sad goodbye to one of our longstanding Board members at our Board meeting yesterday.
Peter Mayes, from Starfish Health & Wellbeing, brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to the board on the struggles of young people around mental health, and we thank him greatly for his support.
Peter Mayes, from Starfish Health & Wellbeing, brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to the board on the struggles of young people around mental health, and we thank him greatly for his support.
With the holidays approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/448vCdT
Also stock up on your medicine cabinet with essentials:
▶️ colds & flu medication
▶️ painkillers for aches & pains
▶️ plasters for cuts & scrapes
▶️ indigestion remedies
Find out more: https://bit.ly/448vCdT
Also stock up on your medicine cabinet with essentials:
▶️ colds & flu medication
▶️ painkillers for aches & pains
▶️ plasters for cuts & scrapes
▶️ indigestion remedies
December 11, 2025 at 10:03 AM
With the holidays approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/448vCdT
Also stock up on your medicine cabinet with essentials:
▶️ colds & flu medication
▶️ painkillers for aches & pains
▶️ plasters for cuts & scrapes
▶️ indigestion remedies
Find out more: https://bit.ly/448vCdT
Also stock up on your medicine cabinet with essentials:
▶️ colds & flu medication
▶️ painkillers for aches & pains
▶️ plasters for cuts & scrapes
▶️ indigestion remedies
Navigating autism as a young adult? Daisy Chain is here for you.
Daisy Chain’s Tees Valley Autism Support is here to help anyone aged 16+ who has, or is waiting for, an autism diagnosis.
If you live in Tees Valley, you can access:
- Weekly drop-ins
- 1:1 appointments
Daisy Chain’s Tees Valley Autism Support is here to help anyone aged 16+ who has, or is waiting for, an autism diagnosis.
If you live in Tees Valley, you can access:
- Weekly drop-ins
- 1:1 appointments
December 10, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Navigating autism as a young adult? Daisy Chain is here for you.
Daisy Chain’s Tees Valley Autism Support is here to help anyone aged 16+ who has, or is waiting for, an autism diagnosis.
If you live in Tees Valley, you can access:
- Weekly drop-ins
- 1:1 appointments
Daisy Chain’s Tees Valley Autism Support is here to help anyone aged 16+ who has, or is waiting for, an autism diagnosis.
If you live in Tees Valley, you can access:
- Weekly drop-ins
- 1:1 appointments
Have your say!
Let us know what you thought about your recent health and care experiences in Stockton.
Tell us what has been good or what could be better.
Your information is completely confidential and will help improve local healthcare services.
Let us know what you thought about your recent health and care experiences in Stockton.
Tell us what has been good or what could be better.
Your information is completely confidential and will help improve local healthcare services.
December 9, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Have your say!
Let us know what you thought about your recent health and care experiences in Stockton.
Tell us what has been good or what could be better.
Your information is completely confidential and will help improve local healthcare services.
Let us know what you thought about your recent health and care experiences in Stockton.
Tell us what has been good or what could be better.
Your information is completely confidential and will help improve local healthcare services.
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December 8, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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- Our engagement events
- Local health & care service updates
Register here: http://eepurl.com/c9HWyb
#stocktonontees #health #care #information #advice #news
All are welcome. You are not alone.
For all queries, call 01642 672987
#stocktonontees #grief #support #wellbeing
For all queries, call 01642 672987
#stocktonontees #grief #support #wellbeing
December 5, 2025 at 10:03 AM
All are welcome. You are not alone.
For all queries, call 01642 672987
#stocktonontees #grief #support #wellbeing
For all queries, call 01642 672987
#stocktonontees #grief #support #wellbeing
Starfish Health & Wellbeing has launched a new weekly Bereavement Support Group.
Join in a welcoming and confidential space to share coping techniques and find strength with others who understand.
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Venue: Starfish Health and Wellbeing | 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
Join in a welcoming and confidential space to share coping techniques and find strength with others who understand.
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Venue: Starfish Health and Wellbeing | 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
December 5, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Starfish Health & Wellbeing has launched a new weekly Bereavement Support Group.
Join in a welcoming and confidential space to share coping techniques and find strength with others who understand.
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Venue: Starfish Health and Wellbeing | 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
Join in a welcoming and confidential space to share coping techniques and find strength with others who understand.
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Venue: Starfish Health and Wellbeing | 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
Two great events to get you in the festive mood and boost your wellbeing 🎄🎅!
Wreathmaking:
Date: 8 December
Time: 1pm - 3.30pm
Venue: Livewell Dementia Hub
Christmas Music:
Date: 10 December
Time: 5.45pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Stockton Central Library
#christmas #wellbeing #community #stocktonontees
Wreathmaking:
Date: 8 December
Time: 1pm - 3.30pm
Venue: Livewell Dementia Hub
Christmas Music:
Date: 10 December
Time: 5.45pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Stockton Central Library
#christmas #wellbeing #community #stocktonontees
December 4, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Two great events to get you in the festive mood and boost your wellbeing 🎄🎅!
Wreathmaking:
Date: 8 December
Time: 1pm - 3.30pm
Venue: Livewell Dementia Hub
Christmas Music:
Date: 10 December
Time: 5.45pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Stockton Central Library
#christmas #wellbeing #community #stocktonontees
Wreathmaking:
Date: 8 December
Time: 1pm - 3.30pm
Venue: Livewell Dementia Hub
Christmas Music:
Date: 10 December
Time: 5.45pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Stockton Central Library
#christmas #wellbeing #community #stocktonontees
Jane’s story, shared in collaboration with Starfish Health & Wellbeing, reveals the barriers faced when trying to access talking therapies, & the changes that have now been made.
Read the case study: https://www.healthwatchstocktonontees.co.uk/report/2025-11-24/case-study-mental-health-janes-story
Read the case study: https://www.healthwatchstocktonontees.co.uk/report/2025-11-24/case-study-mental-health-janes-story
December 3, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Jane’s story, shared in collaboration with Starfish Health & Wellbeing, reveals the barriers faced when trying to access talking therapies, & the changes that have now been made.
Read the case study: https://www.healthwatchstocktonontees.co.uk/report/2025-11-24/case-study-mental-health-janes-story
Read the case study: https://www.healthwatchstocktonontees.co.uk/report/2025-11-24/case-study-mental-health-janes-story
Have you had a chance to read our latest case study - Mental Health: Jane's Story yet?
It highlights the experience of a young adult who waited nearly two years for mental health support.
#stocktonontees #mentalhealth #support
It highlights the experience of a young adult who waited nearly two years for mental health support.
#stocktonontees #mentalhealth #support
December 3, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Have you had a chance to read our latest case study - Mental Health: Jane's Story yet?
It highlights the experience of a young adult who waited nearly two years for mental health support.
#stocktonontees #mentalhealth #support
It highlights the experience of a young adult who waited nearly two years for mental health support.
#stocktonontees #mentalhealth #support
9 Dec, 11am - 2.30pm: Refugee & Asylum Seekers Services Fair, Jubilee Centre, Yarm Road, Stockton, TS18 3HZ
17 Dec - 10am - 2pm: drop-in, Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Wellington Square
17 Dec - 11am - 1pm: Starfish Lived Experience Forum, 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
17 Dec - 10am - 2pm: drop-in, Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Wellington Square
17 Dec - 11am - 1pm: Starfish Lived Experience Forum, 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
December 2, 2025 at 11:03 AM
9 Dec, 11am - 2.30pm: Refugee & Asylum Seekers Services Fair, Jubilee Centre, Yarm Road, Stockton, TS18 3HZ
17 Dec - 10am - 2pm: drop-in, Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Wellington Square
17 Dec - 11am - 1pm: Starfish Lived Experience Forum, 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
17 Dec - 10am - 2pm: drop-in, Stockton Wellbeing Hub, Wellington Square
17 Dec - 11am - 1pm: Starfish Lived Experience Forum, 6-8 Yarm Road, TS18 3NA
As we head into the festive period, we will be out and about to speak to Stockton residents about their health and care queries.
You can chat with Lynn and Janet in confidence at the following drop-ins/events:
4 Dec, 10am - 4pm: Grief Awareness Event, Billingham Library, Kingsway, TS23 2LN
You can chat with Lynn and Janet in confidence at the following drop-ins/events:
4 Dec, 10am - 4pm: Grief Awareness Event, Billingham Library, Kingsway, TS23 2LN
December 2, 2025 at 11:03 AM
As we head into the festive period, we will be out and about to speak to Stockton residents about their health and care queries.
You can chat with Lynn and Janet in confidence at the following drop-ins/events:
4 Dec, 10am - 4pm: Grief Awareness Event, Billingham Library, Kingsway, TS23 2LN
You can chat with Lynn and Janet in confidence at the following drop-ins/events:
4 Dec, 10am - 4pm: Grief Awareness Event, Billingham Library, Kingsway, TS23 2LN
Your views will help the NHS in our area understand what is working well for people, and what could be better.
Leave your feedback online ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XZ6d2t or scan the QR code.
#stocktonontees #health #feedback #survey #haveyoursay #pharmacy #NHSapp #gpaccess
Leave your feedback online ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XZ6d2t or scan the QR code.
#stocktonontees #health #feedback #survey #haveyoursay #pharmacy #NHSapp #gpaccess
December 1, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Your views will help the NHS in our area understand what is working well for people, and what could be better.
Leave your feedback online ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XZ6d2t or scan the QR code.
#stocktonontees #health #feedback #survey #haveyoursay #pharmacy #NHSapp #gpaccess
Leave your feedback online ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XZ6d2t or scan the QR code.
#stocktonontees #health #feedback #survey #haveyoursay #pharmacy #NHSapp #gpaccess
Jan has been busy this month at drop-ins across Stockton libraries to speak with the public about NHS services.
You can share your experiences with us on
▪️The NHS App
▪️Out of hours GP appointments
▪️The Pharmacy First Service
You can share your experiences with us on
▪️The NHS App
▪️Out of hours GP appointments
▪️The Pharmacy First Service
December 1, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Jan has been busy this month at drop-ins across Stockton libraries to speak with the public about NHS services.
You can share your experiences with us on
▪️The NHS App
▪️Out of hours GP appointments
▪️The Pharmacy First Service
You can share your experiences with us on
▪️The NHS App
▪️Out of hours GP appointments
▪️The Pharmacy First Service
To mark #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek from 2 - 8 December, the following events are offering #information, #advice and #support.
Drop-in:
Date: 3 Dec
Time: 10-11am
Venue: Stockton Wellbeing Hub
Marketplace, Talks & Support:
Date: 4 Dec
Time: 10-4pm
Venue: Billingham Library
#stocktonontees
Drop-in:
Date: 3 Dec
Time: 10-11am
Venue: Stockton Wellbeing Hub
Marketplace, Talks & Support:
Date: 4 Dec
Time: 10-4pm
Venue: Billingham Library
#stocktonontees
November 27, 2025 at 10:55 AM
To mark #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek from 2 - 8 December, the following events are offering #information, #advice and #support.
Drop-in:
Date: 3 Dec
Time: 10-11am
Venue: Stockton Wellbeing Hub
Marketplace, Talks & Support:
Date: 4 Dec
Time: 10-4pm
Venue: Billingham Library
#stocktonontees
Drop-in:
Date: 3 Dec
Time: 10-11am
Venue: Stockton Wellbeing Hub
Marketplace, Talks & Support:
Date: 4 Dec
Time: 10-4pm
Venue: Billingham Library
#stocktonontees
Or contact Nigel Jessop for more information:
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 01642 049048
You can be part of the journey too.
#stocktonontees #community #support #volunteer
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 01642 049048
You can be part of the journey too.
#stocktonontees #community #support #volunteer
November 26, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Or contact Nigel Jessop for more information:
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 01642 049048
You can be part of the journey too.
#stocktonontees #community #support #volunteer
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 01642 049048
You can be part of the journey too.
#stocktonontees #community #support #volunteer