Lock down has been tough on us all but we are still here and able to get you the personalised care that you need.
Mental health support
Talking Changes 0191 333 3300
Let's Connect East Durham from Hartlepool MIND Email:LCED@hartlepoolmind.co.uk or call:0191 5185070
Loneliness and isolation
Isolation has been a part of life for so many in the past year but there are options out there to support you.
Silver Talk: call: 0191 223 8662 or email silvertalk@karbonhomes.co.uk
NEBS Befriending and pet therapy: 07909006554 or email judith@nebs.org.uk
Would you like to know how to Zoom, Skype or send an email?
Help to get up to speed with modern technology?
Supportive: Home care, befriending, transport and more! 01740 658 880
Chit chat by the East Durham Trust: 0191 569 3511
Library book delivery service? Email: ebooksupport@durham.gov.uk or call 03000263790
Some other great services that may be of interest!
Healthier choices
Help to stop smoking email: smokefreelife.countydurham@nhs.net Text 'durham' to 62277 or call 08007720565 (free)
Gambleaware 01915623309 or national helpline 08088020133
Peterlee Pavilion and Leisure Centre have some brilliant new groups going- why not take the plunge and try something new? 0191 586 9957
Benefits, finances, employment and training
Want to find out about benefit entitlements?
Call 0191 3726757 or email H&W@citizensadvicecd.org.uk
Did you know you can get help to complete benefit applications from Helen Waller at the East Durham Trust? 0191 569 3511
Age UK Benefits and PIP advice Durham 01913746367
Ready for a new start? Why not try one of the links below?
Caring for others?
You can access incredible support in County Durham if you are a carer or are cared for by someone else. DC Carers 0300 005 1213
Are you suffering from domestic violence?
Harbour Peterlee : 03000 20 25 25
Are you an ex-service man or woman?
Why not try the superb new Veteran's Gateway app which can link you in to support and entitlements?
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