Stockton-on-Tees Adult Carers' Support Service

22/06/2026

☀️ The Met Office has issued a Heat-Health Alert for the North East:
• A Yellow Heat-Health Alert is in effect from 11am on 22 June 2026 until 11pm on 26 June 2026.
• An Amber Heat-Health Alert will be in effect from 1am on 24 June 2026 until 11pm on 25 June 2026.

Hot weather causes increased risk to the health of vulnerable individuals. Please see the tips below for keeping yourself and those you care for safe during hot weather:
• drink more cold drinks, especially if you're active or exercising
• wear light-coloured, loose clothing
• wear protective clothing such as hats and sunglasses
• use sun cream with at least SPF 30 and 4 star UVA protection
• avoid the sun between 11am and 3pm
• avoid excess alcohol
• avoid extreme exercise
• if you're inside on a very hot day, close curtains, close windows if it's hotter outside than in your home and turn off electrical equipment and lights that get hot. This will also prevent dehydration and help your body keep itself cool.
• never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle, especially infants, young children, older people or animals

There’s a high risk of heat exhaustion or heatstroke during periods of hot weather. Heat exhaustion occurs when our body is unable to cool itself down. Look out for signs of:

• a headache
• dizziness and confusion
• loss of appetite and feeling sick
• excessive sweating and pale, clammy skin
• cramps in the arms, legs and stomach
• fast breathing or pulse
• a high temperature of 38oC or above
• being very thirsty

Get help if needed. Call the NHS on 111 if someone is showing signs of heat exhaustion.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

22/06/2026

📢 Carers drop-in evening, this Wednesday! ☕

Are you an unpaid carer in Stockton-on-Tees? Come along and join us for a relaxed and friendly Carers drop-in evening this week.

💬 Have an informal chat
🤝 Meet others who understand
☕ Enjoy a cuppa in a welcoming space

📅 Wednesday 24 June 2026
⏰ 5:30pm to 7pm
📍 LiveWell Hub, Thornaby, TS17 8AP

No need to book – just drop in!
👉 More informtion: www.stockton.gov.uk/carershub
📞 01642 524494

We are here to support you 💛

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

19/06/2026

🎖️ JOIN Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council WITH ARMED FORCES DAY CELEBRATIONS: HERE’S EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW! 🎖️

🛩️ Join the community tomorrow, Saturday (20 June) in celebrating Armed Forces Day right here in Stockton-on-Tees!

Set in the beautiful surroundings of the new Stockton Waterfront urban park and Riverside, this fantastic event promises a full day of family-friendly fun, live entertainment and heartfelt tributes to our serving personnel, veterans and cadets 💙

🤩 Event highlights include:

✈️ RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight fly-past
🎶 Live music and performances
🚛 Military vehicles and interactive displays
🙏 A thanksgiving service in the park’s amphitheatre
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Plenty of activities for all ages

💬 This is a great opportunity for carers and the people you support to enjoy a day out together, connect with the community and celebrate those who serve.

ℹ️ Plan your visit and view the full programme here:
https://www.stockton.gov.uk/article/21408/Join-Our-Armed-Forces-Celebrations-Here-s-everything-you-need-to-know?fbclid=IwY2xjawSiK7pleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBabVJ5UmVrUnlkNDJRUXY2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHse1_tTDdT39stbEjsATjqoQgM7xvJZQf4bxzjcEDDcsfja5f33XBi3-ukmy_aem_wtB3Se1t3w6gxqy7M3jNZQ

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16/06/2026

⚽ Football Memories & Gentle Exercise tomorrow! ⚽

Take a trip down memory lane and rediscover the joy of football in a relaxed, friendly way.

Shape The Play Football Memories & Gentle Exercise sessions combine thought‑provoking football memorabilia with low‑impact, inclusive activities, designed to support health and wellbeing. Everything is tailored to individual needs – we really do play by your rules.

📍 Location: LiveWell Hub, Thorntree Road, Thornaby, TS17 8AP
⏰ Time: 1.00pm – 2.30pm
📅 Provisional Wednesday sessions available throughout the year

This session is ideal for those living with dementia and their carers, offering a supportive space to connect, reminisce, and keep gently active.

For more information, contact the LiveWell Hub on:

📞 Call: 01642 527363
📧 Email: [email protected]

16/06/2026

Join us in the morning for our Cosy reading, cuppa and cake club ☕

Always a great morning with our friends Stockton-on-Tees Libraries 😃

📚 Cosy Reading, Cuppa and Cake Club!

Love books? Fancy a Cuppa?

Dates for diary:
- Wednesday 15 July 2026, 10:30am to 12pm
- Wednesday 19 August 2026, 10:30am to 12pm
- Wednesday 16 September 2026, 10:30am to 12pm

📍 LiveWell Hub, Thorntree Road, Thornaby, TS17 8AP

Join us with our lovely friends, Stockton-on-Tees Libraries for short stories, a silent book club, and a chance to read a little, read aloud, and share the joy of reading together.

🫶 Relax, unwind and make new friends over books and cake!

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Stockton-on-Tees Libraries

15/06/2026

✨ A wonderful end to Carers Week at the LiveWell Hub ✨

There was plenty to celebrate at the LiveWell Hub as the newly transformed courtyard was officially opened on Thursday (11 June) 🌿

Marking a fitting end to Carers Week, staff, carers and service users were joined by Councillor Pauline Beall, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care, to enjoy a lovely afternoon of tea and scones☕🍰

Despite the rain making a brief appearance, spirits stayed high as everyone explored the refreshed garden. The courtyard now features a new gazebo, improved paving, AstroTurf, comfortable garden furniture, colourful decorations and beautiful planters full of vibrant blooms 🌸

And of course… visitors might even spot our two mischievous fox cubs, who’ve been sneaking in to enjoy the garden themselves! 🦊🦊

This fantastic transformation will be enjoyed by service users, their carers and families for years to come. A huge thank you goes to our wonderful team of volunteer gardeners whose hard work and dedication have brought this space to life👏

The LiveWell Hub is a community-based service providing dementia information, support and training for carers and anyone living with dementia in Stockton-on-Tees 🤝
Find out more:

👉 www.stockton.gov.uk/article/13702/LiveWell-Hub
📞 01642 527363
📧 [email protected]

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Carers Week

11/06/2026

🌿 Carers Week Health Walk – Stockton Mobile Library Service 🌿

To mark Carers Week, Stockton Mobile Library Service was delighted to support a special health walk in partnership with the LiveWell Hub in Thornaby.

Participants followed the Stockton Town Centre Heritage Trail, created by the fantastic team at Stockton Reference Library. It was a lovely event, and even a few showers didn’t dampen spirits! ☔️

Along the way, the group explored local landmarks and uncovered some fascinating snippets of history, including learning about Nebo Creams, which sparked plenty of interest and conversation.

After the walk, everyone returned to the library for a well-earned cuppa and a small presentation, where participants received certificates to celebrate their involvement. ☕️🏅

It was a wonderful way to bring people together, promote wellbeing, and recognise the vital contribution of unpaid carers in our community.

Carers Week is all about raising awareness, connecting carers with support, and ensuring they feel valued and this event was a great example of that in action.

💙 A huge thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the day so special.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Stockton-on-Tees Libraries

08/06/2026

💙 All on the Board

This week is Carers Week. Thank you to all of the paid and non-paid carers in the UK and all over the world. If you’re caring for others please remember to take care of yourself too.

08/06/2026

💙 Stockton-on-Tees is marking National Carers Week by lighting up local landmarks in blue, recognising the vital role unpaid carers play in communities.

🫶 This year’s theme, “Building Carer Friendly Communities,” highlights both the challenges carers face and the important contributions they make.

🥳 A range of activities are taking place across the week, including a Heritage Trail Walk (9 June) and a carers drop-in event at Wellington Square (10 June), with more events available.

📲 Carers can find out more or access support by contacting the Adult Carers’ Support Service on 01642 524494 or emailing [email protected].

💙 Today (Monday 8, June), we’re lighting up Stockton Riverside, Stockton Town Centre and Newport Bridge in blue to mark National Carers Week.

🫶 For National Carers Week, the theme this year, ‘Building Carer Friendly Communities’, highlights the challenges faced by unpaid carers and recognises the contribution carers make to families and communities across the UK.

👉 For more information about the campaign, visit: www.carersweek.org/.

🥳 The Stockton-on-Tees Adult Carers' Support Service are hosting a series of activities to celebrate and support National Carers Week, including a Stockton Heritage Trail Walk with Stockton-on-Tees Libraries tomorrow, Tuesday 9, June, from 11am.

😊 Also, there’s a Carers advisor drop-in event on Wednesday 10, June at Wellington Square from 10.30am, plus much more.

📲📧 To find out more about these events or to access support for carers, call the Adults Carers’ Support Service on 01642 524494 or email [email protected].

Carers Week

05/06/2026

📣 Carers Week 2026 Warm Welcome Drop-in Sessions

Are you an informal carer looking for advice, support or just a friendly chat? 💬

As part of Carers Week 2026, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is hosting a series of Warm Welcome drop-in sessions across the borough. These sessions are a great opportunity to connect with the Adult Carers Support Service, get practical advice, and find out what support is available to you.

📍 No appointment needed, just drop in at a time and location that suits you:

• Hope Church Centre, Roseworth – Monday 8 June, 1pm – 3pm
• Thornaby Methodist Church – Tuesday 9 June, 10am – 12pm
• Unit 11Wellington Square, Stockton – Wednesday 10 June, 10:30am – 12pm
• Thornaby Methodist Church – Thursday 11 June, 1pm – 3pm
• Salters Lane Community Centre – Friday 12 June, 10am – 12pm

This is a great chance to meet the team, ask questions, and access support in a warm and welcoming environment 💛

Find out more:
👉 www.stockton.gov.uk/warm-welcome

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council