Front cover of Healthwatch Northumberland newsletter for September 2025
Our September news is out now! This month we showcase Northumberland Frontline, an online directory of services across the county, plus you can find us in-person, details of our scams awareness session, support for uni students & tips on finding a care home.
Read more: bit.ly/HWNSep2025NewsOnline
Collage of images of an event showing groups of smiling guests, an information table, a microphone on a stand and jam and cream scones
There are still places available for you at our Annual Event in Hexham next month.
Tea and scones from 3.30pm
A review of our year of work
Joe Morris MP, on the NHS 10-year plan
Direct Payments for care - how do they work?
A local pharmacist on Pharmacy First
Register: bit.ly/HWNAnnualEvent2025
A woman in a red top sits talking to a Healthwatch Engagement Officer. Text across the bottom of the image reads 'July 2025. Your feedback on NHS and social care services'.
What did you tell us last month?
In #July we heard about issues with GP services. You told us about difficulties making appointments over the phone, poor quality of care and poor communication.
However, a third of feedback about GP services was positive.
Read more: bit.ly/HWNFeedbackJuly2025
The Chatty Cafe Scheme yellow logo
The Chatty Cafe Scheme helps to reduce loneliness and social isolation by getting people together for a chat. There are venues across #Northumberland where you can pop in for a conversation.
Find a Chatty Cafe near you: thechattycafescheme.co.uk
When Cafe @ Burn Lane closed for repairs on 11 July we had planned to reopen in August. However due to staffing shortages we have unfortunately been unable to reopen the cafe.
We do hope to offer specific one-off events at the cafe for you in the near future, and we will keep you updated on these.
A graphic has the NHS logo and three speech bubbles. The speech bubbles include the words, NHS dental consultation now open, Have your say on the proposed NHS dental contact changes, and The consultation closes on 19 August.
Have your say on this Government consultation about changes to the NHS dental contract. Share your views and help shape future NHS dental services.
Closes 19 August 2025: bit.ly/NHS-dentistry-consultation-25
#NHSdentistry #Northumberland
The front and back cover of the Healthwatch Northumberland newsletter for August 2025
Find details of our Annual Event in our latest newsletter. Plus have your say on NHS dentistry, taking a break as an unpaid carer, and gluten-free products on prescription. We also share our report for young people, by young people. Read: bit.ly/HWNAugust25NewsOnline
Share your experience of taking a break from an unpaid caring role, in this survey from @healthwatchnland.bsky.social and Carers Northumberland.
Do you, or does someone you know, live with a stoma? Find out what support is on offer at this free information session for people in Northumberland.
Last month we heard good things about the care received at GP surgeries, but also that it can take time to get an appointment. You told us about communication issues with services, and that you sometimes had to travel long distances to hospital appointments.
Read more: bit.ly/HWNFeedbackJune2025
The closing date for our Cook vacancy is next Tuesday, 22 July 2025, so if you're thinking of applying please get in touch soon! bit.ly/AdaptNECookVacancyJuly25
We’re recruiting for an experienced and enthusiastic Cook to join the team at our community cafe. The role involves day-to-day management of the café plus staff/volunteers. Full or part-time hours (up to 30/week). Pay is £13.50/hour.
More details: bit.ly/AdaptNECookVacancyJuly25
#HexhamJobs
A photo of two women in exercise clothing on the left. On the right text reads 'NEW women's health webpage' on a pale blue background and the Healthwatch Northumberland logo.
Have you seen our new #WomensHealth information webpage? Here you can find information and support for a wide range of women's health topics such as menopause, cancer screening, keeping active and mental health.
Take a look: bit.ly/HWN-womens-h...
Do you understand how NHS and social care services can help you? The world of health and social care can be confusing, so we keep our advice simple and straightforward. Check out our articles for reliable information about care. www.healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-information
Are you 18 - 30? Are you interested in finding out more about agricultural technology? Join us at our Agri-Tech demonstration day on Tuesday 15 July at Ingram Village Hall.
To book your free place, visit the 'Whats On' page on our website.
We’re recruiting for an experienced and enthusiastic Cook to join the team at our community cafe. The role involves day-to-day management of the café plus staff/volunteers. Full or part-time hours (up to 30/week). Pay is £13.50/hour.
More details: bit.ly/AdaptNECookVacancyJuly25
#HexhamJobs
A year after the Pharmacy First scheme was introduced, read people’s experiences of the service together with changes we are calling for to improve the service for patients. www.healthwatch.co.uk/news/2025-06...
A list of Healthwatch Northumberland Here to Hear drop-in sessions.
A reminder of our #HereToHear drop-in sessions in June. Next up, #Alnwick! Tell us about NHS or social care services you have used as a patient or carer, or pick up some information about local services and support.
Find out more at our website: healthwatchnorthumberland.co.uk/events
A list of Healthwatch Northumberland Here to Hear drop-ins on a dark blue background. In the top left corner there is a pink circle with an image of a young man in a yellow coat.
Come and speak to us in person at our #HereToHear drop-in sessions in #June. Tell us about #NHS or social care services you have used as a patient or carer, or pick up some information about local services and support. healthwatchnorthumberland.co.uk/events
#Northumberland #Healthwatch
Our June newsletter is here!
You can read our findings and recommendations on Audiology (hearing) Services, ADHD diagnosis & women's health. Plus - what did you say you wanted us to work on this year? and join our free online session around ME/CFS.
Read more: bit.ly/HWNNewsJune2025
A person is standing outside a pharmacy looking uncomfortable. The sign above the pharmacy reads 'my insect bite is getting bigger'.
Infected insect bite? If needed, your #pharmacist can provide treatment, or some prescription medicine, for seven common conditions without seeing a GP.
Think pharmacy first.
Find out more: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst
Our new report shows that people with ADHD find getting a diagnosis to be life changing, but long waits are putting people off getting help.
Check out what we are calling for to improve the situation healthwatch.co.uk/news/2025-05-28/adhd-diagnosis-life-changing-long-waits-nhs-need-urgent-action
We have another new job opportunity for you as we're recruiting for an Independent Advocate/Relevant Person Representative. Part-time - 15hrs/week, £10,337 pro rata.
Applications close 2pm Tuesday 27 May. Full details: bit.ly/AdaptNorthEa...
#JobsNorthumberland #JobsTynedale #NEJobs
New job vacancy: Cafe Assistant.
We're looking for someone organised, flexible and enthusiastic to join the team at our community cafe, #Cafe@BurnLane.
Part time - up to 16/week Mon-Fri, £12.21/hr
Like to know more? Visit our website: bit.ly/AdaptCafeAss...
#JobsHexham #JobsTynedale #CafeAssistant
Text says: job opportunities here at Adapt (NE) this spring
Adapt jobs listed: Chief Executive, Living Well Coordinator, Cafe Assistant, Minibus Driver
Have a look at our current job vacancies: bit.ly/AdaptJobs and get your application in soon - the closing date for Chief Executive and Living Well Coordinator roles is 11 April 2025.
Ways to reduce your stress levels this #StressAwarenessMonth 👇
It's the perfect time to get yourself out in the National Park as it's #NationalWalkingDay today!
With over 1,000 kilometres of path in the National Park, we have a number of walking routes you can take on, either with a knowledgeable guide or on your own.
To find out more, visit our website.
Image of the interior of our cafe, with chairs and tables. Text 'Job opportunity: Cafe Assistant'.
Job Opportunity Alert! 🚨
We’re looking for a friendly, organised, and flexible Cafe Assistant to join our team at the #Cafe @ Burn Lane! If you love great food, customer service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, this could be the perfect role for you!
bit.ly/CafeBurnLaneVacancyMarch25
Job opportunity: Living Well Coordinator (Social Prescriber)
This is a full-time post supporting patients of GP practices in West Northumberland to improve health & wellbeing. Salary £28,975.68 pa; closing date 11 April.
Full details: bit.ly/AdaptNELivingWellCoordinatorMar25
Sticky note says: apply now! Chief Executive job opportunity
Job opportunity: Chief Executive.
We're looking for a dynamic individual to join and lead our team at an exciting time in the organisation’s development!
If this could be you, have a look at our candidate pack for all the information you need: bit.ly/AdaptNEChief...
