Losing someone close to you can be one of life’s hardest experiences. Everyone grieves in their own way, and there is no right or wrong way to feel. If you or someone you know needs extra support, there are local and national bereavement services that can help.
If you’re worried about how you’re treating your partner or ex-partner, Make a Change Newcastle offers free, confidential support to help you build healthier relationships and change harmful behaviour. The service also provides support for partners, families and professionals, with a focus on safety, accountability and lasting change.
There are lots of support services and groups for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning and other identifying (LGBTQ+) people in Newcastle.
Children and Families Newcastle brings together local services, activities and advice to help children, young people and families get the support they need, when they need it. Find information on parenting, childcare, family hubs, SEND, health and wellbeing, and local activities, all in one place.
If you live in Newcastle and want to make changes to your drug or alcohol use, the Newcastle Treatment and Recovery Service offers free, confidential support tailored to your needs. The service provides advice, treatment and recovery support to help you reduce, manage or stop your drug or alcohol use at a pace that’s right … Continued
Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) SARCs are a specialist service that offers care and support to anyone who’s been raped or sexually assaulted at any time in their life. They are available to call for an appointment 24/7 across England, however, many rape and sexual assault survivors do not know where to go or who … Continued
Housing Support Information for Newcastle Residents Social Prescribing Link Workers support patients with various non-clinical needs, including housing support. While Link Workers are not housing workers and do not have the authority to allocate housing, they can provide valuable information on available services and options. Their input will not change your priority status for social … Continued
The Healthier Together App: Support, Advice and Reassurance for Parents The Healthier Together App gives parents and guardians help, advice and reassurance when worried about their child. The app and website have been developed specifically for the North East, and provide clear, reliable advice from trusted NHS sources. How it works Here’s how it works … Continued
This easy-read guide shows you who can get free NHS prescriptions.
Gosforth Games and Brews. Gosforth Games and Brews is a community group run by Age UK Gateshead, an independent charity supporting older people in Gateshead and Newcastle. The group meets every Monday from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Brandling Arms on Gosforth High Street. From puzzles and chess to bingo and board games, … Continued
