Funded places available until October |
Funded Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training places are available until October 2026 for health and social care staff across the North East and North Cumbria. Develop the skills to provide safe, inclusive and person-centred care for autistic people and people with a learning disability. Access free training and a ready-made communications toolkit to promote uptake. |
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Award-winning work making good food accessible |
Cumberland Council has received the Good Food Local Excellence Award and was ranked highest for leadership across 13 authorities. Since 2024, it has significantly improved access to affordable, healthy and sustainable food through partnership working, expanding food hubs, supporting schools and funding over 100 community projects. |
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Free skills development for social prescribing link workers |
Social prescribing link workers across the North East and North Cumbria can access a free skills development programme this autumn. Delivered by Teesside Mind and VONNE, the practical workshops focus on goal setting, positive endings and sustainable change. Sessions run September to November, online and in-person across the region. |
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New toolkits launched to improve access to maternity services |
New toolkits are helping maternity services better support pregnant women on low incomes. Developed through research, they address barriers including digital exclusion, low health literacy, transport challenges and stigma. Designed for policymakers and practitioners, the free resources offer practical actions to improve engagement with care. Explore them now. |
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Improving outcomes for people with serious mental illness |
People with serious mental illness often face poorer physical health and barriers to care. A new case study showcases an innovative, person-centred approach to tackling these inequalities through joined-up care. Discover practical learning, lessons and ideas to improve outcomes, reduce health inequalities and strengthen integrated care. |
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Rosalind Franklin programme coming to our region |
The prestigious Rosalind Franklin programme is coming to our region for the first time. Delivered by North East and Yorkshire Leadership Academy, this development programme supports mid to senior leaders to build confidence, capability and system leadership skills. Regional cohorts launch in Winter 2026 with reduced costs. Register your interest today. |
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Free trauma-informed training for primary care staff |
Build confidence in delivering trauma-informed care with this free, survivor-designed training for primary care staff. Led by survivor Sophie Olson and GP Dr Jonathon Tomlinson, the session offers practical guidance on supporting victims and survivors of child sexual abuse with compassion and professional judgement. Places are limited, so please book early. |
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Cancer, work and you – have your say |
Has cancer affected your work life? The Northern Cancer Alliance wants to hear from you. Share your experiences of the support, information and challenges you faced during diagnosis, treatment and returning to work. Your anonymous feedback will help shape future support for people living with cancer. Survey closes 28 August. |
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Discover the power of social prescribing for staff wellbeing |
Looking for extra support with your wellbeing? Social prescribing for North East and North Cumbria offers NHS staff personalised, one-to-one support to help with challenges such as stress, isolation, financial worries, housing issues or confidence. Connect with local resources, build resilience and improve wellbeing through support tailored to you. |
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Improving outcomes for women, families and communities |
How do stigma, trauma and disadvantage affect health and wellbeing? Join researchers, policymakers, practitioners and experts-by-experience at this one-day conference in Newcastle. Explore evidence, share learning and discover practical approaches to improving outcomes for women, families and marginalised communities. Register now to secure your place. |
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Reusable theatre hats project wins regional award |
A simple idea with a big impact. North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust’s reusable theatre hats project has won a regional NHS Excellence Award for reducing waste, cutting costs and supporting sustainability. Discover how frontline innovation is helping create a greener NHS and inspiring practical improvements across healthcare services. |
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Reasonable Adjustments Digital Flag – Primary care compliance webinar
Make your practice Reasonable Adjustments Flag compliant with this practical webinar. Learn from real-world experience, covering policies, staff training, recording adjustments, identifying patients and sharing information to improve accessible, personalised care for everyone. |
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The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training: Tier 2 In-person Session (NHS trust and primary care staff only)
7 September 2026, 9:30am - 4:00pm, Tandem and Tandem Hub (DL1 4PJ)
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The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training: Tier 1 Online Session (NHS trust and primary care staff only)
7 September 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
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NO CHOICE CARING™ - Surviving the Life You Didn't Plan For
8 September 2026, 10:00am - 12:30pm or 1:30pm- 4:00pm, Health Innovation NENC (NE1 4WH)
Poverty Awareness Training
9 September 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
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Using Evidence (Part 1) – Finding Evidence
14 September 2026, 10:30am - 12:00pm, Online
Health Literacy: What it is and Why it Matters
14 September 2026, 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Online
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Health Literacy: How to Write Simply
14 September 2026, 2:30pm - 3:30pm, Online
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LUNCH & LEARN - An Introduction to VR Mindfulness
15 September 2026, 1:00pm - 1:30pm, Online
Poverty Proofing Healthcare: Stigma and Unconscious Bias Training
17 September 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
Writing for Health Literacy: Beyond the Basics
21 September 2026, 9:30am - 1:00pm, Health Innovation NENC (NE1 4WH)
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MECC and Financial Wellbeing
24 September 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, City Hall Committee Room 2 (SR1 3AA)
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LUNCH & LEARN - Exploring the Neighbourhood Health Survey Findings
24 September 2026, 1:00pm - 1:30pm, Online
Making Every Contact Count Training
25 September 2026, 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Online
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MECC and Warm & Dry
28 September 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Online
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Using Evidence (Part 2) – Checking Quality and Relevance
28 September 2026, 10:30am - 12:00pm, Online
Health Literacy: Speaking Skills
29 September 2026, 10:00am - 11:00am, Online
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Introduction to Designing and Carrying out an Evaluation
13 October 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Online
Health Literacy – Train the Trainer
15 October 2026, 10:00am - 3:00pm, Health Innovation NENC (NE1 4WH)
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