Stockton-on-Tees Adult Carers' Support Service

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

04/06/2026

🎶 Dementia-Friendly Singalong Songbook at Stockton Globe 🎶

Looking for a friendly, uplifting activity for people living with dementia and their carers? Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music and memories at the Stockton Globe!

Enjoy classic songs from across the decades, from Vera Lynn to The Beatles, George Formby to The Dubliners, perfect for singing along, reminiscing, and having fun together. 💜

🗓 Dates:
• Tuesday 7th July
• Tuesday 4th August
• Tuesday 1st September
• Tuesday 6th October

⏰ Time: 13:30 – 15:00
💷 Cost: £6 per participant (1 carer goes free)
☕ Refreshments included
💳 Payment on the door (card only via The LINK café)

Singing can help reduce stress, support memory, stimulate the brain, and boost mood, so come along and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming session.

For more information, contact:
📧 [email protected]
📞 01642 630635

Please feel free to share with anyone who may benefit.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

02/06/2026

🚗 Volunteer Drivers Needed!

Interested in giving back to your community? Come along and chat with Nigel Jessop from the Volunteer Driver Scheme to learn more about this fantastic opportunity to help people stay connected and independent.

Discover how you can get involved, meet new people, and make a real difference in your local area. 💛

All welcome, no booking required!

📍 Where & When:

Billingham Library – Monday 1 June, 10am–12pm
Yarm Library – Tuesday 2 June, 10am–12pm
Stockton Central Library – Wednesday 3 June, 10am–12pm
Thornaby Central Library – Thursday 4 June, 10am–12pm
Norton Library – Friday 5 June, 10am–12pm

Pop in for a friendly chat and see how you can make a difference 🚘

Volunteering Matters Stockton-on-Tees Libraries

Chat with Nigel Jessop from the Volunteer Driver Scheme and discover the wonderful volunteering opportunities available to support this brilliant service, and find out how you can get involved. All welcome, no booking required.

Billingham Library: Monday 1 June, 10am - 12pm
Yarm Library: Tuesday 2 June, 10am - 12pm
Stockton Central Library: Wednesday 3 June, 10am - 12pm
Thornaby Central Library: Thursday 4 June, 10am - 12pm
Norton Library: Friday 5 June, 10am - 12pm

28/05/2026

Join us during National Carers Week with Stockton-on-Tees Libraries for a gentle heritage trail walk 😊

Join us for a gentle Stockton Heritage Trail walk as part of . We’ll meet at Stockton Central Library at 12pm on Tuesday 9 June before setting off. The route is fully accessible and suitable for all abilities. Register online https://tinyurl.com/mpjyr5vd or by calling 01642 526518.

27/05/2026

💙 National Carers Week 2026

📅 8–14 June 2026

This National Carers Week, we’re celebrating and supporting the amazing unpaid carers across Stockton-on-Tees 🌟

If you look after someone, you’re not alone, and we’re here for you.

Join us for a full week of free events, drop-ins and activities designed to provide support, advice, and a chance to connect with others who understand.

✨ What’s on:

• Carers advisor drop-in sessions across the borough at Warm Welcome sessions in community locations
• Stockton Heritage Trail walk with Stockton-on-Tees Libraries
• Grand opening of the LiveWell Hub courtyard
• Opportunities to meet others and access support services

No booking required for many sessions – just come along
📞 01642 524494
📧 [email protected]

💬 Are you an unpaid carer? Come along, have a chat, and find out what support is available.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

26/05/2026

⚠ There has been a Yellow Heat-Health Alert issued by the Met Office for the North East - in effect between 22/05/2026 at 2PM and 27/05/2026 at 5PM.

🟠⚠ Amber heat-health alerts have been issued to the health systems across central England until Wednesday 27 May, with yellow alerts covering the rest of the country.
While hot weather may be welcome for some, it can still have a serious impact on people’s health and wellbeing. Early warnings help those in health and social care, as well as anyone supporting more vulnerable individuals, such as older adults and young children, to prepare and take appropriate action.
You can check the latest alerts and guidance through the early warning system here:
🔗 https://ukhsa-dashboard.data.gov.uk/weather-health-alerts/heat

23/05/2026

📢 Bank Holiday Closure Notice 📢

Stockton Adult Carers will be closed over the Late May Bank Holiday weekend.
We will reopen and be available as usual from 9am on Tuesday 26 May.

If you require support during this time, please contact the Emergency Duty Team on 01642 524552.

We hope everyone has a safe and restful bank holiday weekend 💛