Help shape the future of local care |
Applications are open for the National Neighbourhood Health Implementation Programme - an opportunity to transform care at neighbourhood level. The programme supports local teams to deliver joined-up, person-centred care for people with complex needs. Successful applicants will receive coaching, resources, and national influence. Let’s lead the way together. |
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Improving the Boost website together |
We’re evolving the Boost platform and need your help! If you’re passionate about improvement and collaboration in health and care, join us to shape a more interactive, inclusive, and inspiring digital space. No tech skills needed - just your ideas and enthusiasm. Get involved and help us build something brilliant for the North East and North Cumbria. |
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New wellbeing resource launches |
A new health and wellbeing offer is now live on the Boost platform for all staff and volunteers across the North East and North Cumbria. It includes resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing, plus resilience tools and useful apps. Explore support for organisational change, and celebrate team moments. Visit the site today to start prioritising your wellbeing. |
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Plan your next career move |
Two free career development webinars are coming soon for health and care staff in the North East and North Cumbria. Explore your next steps with Career Planning (21 August) and learn how to boost your digital presence with LinkedIn & Online Branding (28 August). Delivered with NHS Elect, both sessions offer practical tools and inspiration. Book your place today! |
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Upcoming cancer education webinars |
Join upcoming Northern Cancer Alliance webinars covering radiotherapy side effects and bladder cancer recognition. These free sessions feature expert speakers, practical guidance, and Q&A. Topics include acute and late radiotherapy effects and bladder cancer referral. Open to all health and care professionals across the North East and North Cumbria. Register now! |
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Mindfulness Based Living – access the
8-week course |
Mindfulness promotes a way of being that helps us to take better care of ourselves and lead healthier lives. It also enables us to access inner resources for coping effectively with stress, difficulty and illness. You can now experience the benefits of mindfulness first-hand, by completing an 8-week course. Starting July-September, this learning is open to all health and care staff/volunteers in our region! |
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Starting2Move… on the move! |
In July’s Lunch & Learn, Alison Mason introduced Starting2Move… on the move! - a project promoting early childhood physical activity across the North East and North Cumbria. Supported by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and Newcastle Hospitals Charity, the initiative includes movement events with the NHS MELISSA Bus. Watch the session and explore resources. |
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Beyond the Now – Episode 3 now live |
In the latest Beyond the Now episode, Samantha Allen speaks with Dame Lesley Powell about how leadership in education can drive aspiration and reduce inequality. They explore values, resilience, and the power of collaboration across health, care, and education. Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify. |
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Spotlight on… NHS Year of Care Partnerships |
NHS Year of Care Partnerships offer accredited training to embed personalised care into routine practice. Their programmes support shared decision-making, self-management, and proactive care. Explore their training prospectus and join the 7 October Lunch & Learn to discover a new toolkit developed with North Cumbria PCNs. |
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Free suicide prevention training |
Build confidence, save lives: free suicide prevention training is now available to primary care, emergency responders and NHS staff in the North East and North Cumbria. Delivered by PAPYRUS, the 3.5-hour SPEAK course equips participants to recognise signs, start conversations, and support safety plans. Book via the PAPYRUS website or email englandnorth@papyrus-uk.org to arrange a session for your team. |
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Creating solutions through system leadership |
Registration is now open for Leading Together: Creating Solutions through System Leadership, a five-part masterclass series from the North East and Yorkshire Leadership Academy. Designed for those working across teams or systems, the sessions explore systems thinking, collaborative leadership, and improving population health. Each class stands alone - join one or all. View the programme and register via the Leading Together information pack. |
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Patient Pods help practices save time and improve care |
A patient pod is helping GP practices across the region save time and enhance care. Located in reception areas, the self-service pod lets patients record health readings before appointments. This reduces appointment times, supports staff capacity, and empowers patients to manage their health. Following its success, more practices are adopting the approach. |
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The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training: Tier 1 Interactive Session
28 July 2025, 10:30am - 11:30am, Online
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Lunch and Learn with Claire Morton (Deputy Public Health Midwife, SWFT)
28 July 2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
Travel Toolkit
29 July 2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
Poverty Awareness Training
30 July 2025, 9:00am - 10:00am, Online
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Navigating transition - a self-coaching approach
30 July 2025, 9:30am - 11:30am, Online
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Leading through transition and change
30 July 2025, 2:00pm - 3:00pm, Online
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Core MECC
31 July 2025, 9:00am - 12:00pm, Chester Le Street Hospital (DH3 3AT)
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Coaching Skills for Line Managers
31 July 2025, 1:00pm - 4:30pm, Online
Talking About Poverty
6 August 2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
Transition coaching through a supportive conversation approach - for managers to support their teams
7 August 2025, 9:30am - 11:30am, Online
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Poverty and Paediatric Diabetes
11 August 2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
Job search, application and CV writing
12 August 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm, Online
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Interview skills and practice
13 August 2025, 9:30am - 11:00am, Online
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Presentation skills for interview
19 August 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm, Online
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Stigma & Unconscious Bias
21 August 2025, TBC, Online
Facilitated conversations for team leaders
4 September 2025, 2:00pm - 4:00pm, Online
Introduction to designing and carrying out an evaluation
9 September 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Online
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