Young carers are among the groups who are most vulnerable to bullying. 💙#CarersWeek We have worked with young carers to find out more about their experiences at school and develop some guidance and training for schools and other settings. 🔗 anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk…

Finding a suitable care home can be difficult. Knowing what to look for and what questions to ask can make the decision easier. We’ve gathered some information and useful resources to help you make the right choice. bit.ly/4vvDS2T

Get support if you care for someone #CarersWeek2026! @CarersUK Carers Week is the ideal time to focus on the contribution made by carers, and how important they are in their local communities. Sometimes carers can find it challenging to take care of their own wellbeing whilst looking after someone. The impact that caring can have on all aspects of life should not be underestimated. 💚Carers can find local support services through organisations like Carers UK and Carers Trust, which offer directories to locate nearby carer groups, replacement care services, and community resources tailored to individual needs. 💜Age UK provides practical support for older carers, including home help, handyperson services, and respite care, allowing carers to take breaks, while ensuring their loved ones are cared for. ✅Your local council may also be able to provide you and the person you care for with support or signpost you to support available within your area. You can find further information by searching for your local council on the Gov.UK website. Carers in Cumbria can find information on who to contact to get support on the Cumbria Safeguarding Adults Board website👉cumbriasab.org.uk/i-am-membe…

Carers Week – 08th 14th June 2026 Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK.

Child Safety Week is almost here! It’s a chance for us to share important safety messages to help children lead active, healthy lives safe from serious injury. Please get involved however you can. capt.org.uk/child-safety-wee… #ChildSafetyWeek #ChildSafety

International Nurses Day: 12th May 2026 Every day, nurses both save and improve lives! At a moment of extraordinary global pressure, this year’s IND theme focuses on harnessing the power of the nursing workforce. #OurNursesOurFuture

Mental Health Awareness Week: 11th - 17th May 2026 Great mental health care isn’t just clinical, it’s human. Mind see the whole person, not just the patient! #NoMindLeftBehind

National Hoarding Awareness Week: 11th - 15th May 2026 gatesheadsafeguarding.org.uk… #HoardingAwarenessWeek2026

Today is International Day of the Midwife 💜 Thank you to all midwives for the incredible support you give to families every day. We are proud to work alongside you to share the ICON message and help keep babies safe. #IDM2026 #InternationalDayOfTheMidwife #ICONCope

Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 2026: Monday 4 to Sunday 10 May 2026 World Maternal Mental Health Day May 6, 2026 #maternalMHmatters

Deaf Awareness Week: 4-10 May 2026 The UK Council on Deafness Deaf Awareness Week theme for 2026 is ‘Right to understand – Together, we break barriers’ #DeafAwarenessWeek

Tomorrow is National Child Exploitation Awareness Day Let’s stand together to raise awareness, challenge assumptions and protect children, young people and families from harm. 👉 stop-ce.org #CEADay #PreventionthroughPartnerships #SaySomethingSeeSomething

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 🌟 Neurodiversity Celebration Week is taking place between 16 - 20 March 2026. Neurodiversity Celebration Week shines a spotlight on the many unique ways people think, learn, and interact with the world. By recognising and valuing these differences, we help ensure everyone feels empowered to thrive, both inside and outside the workplace. For those interested in getting involved or simply learning more, here is a useful link: neurodiversityweek.com/event… Let’s encourage open conversations about neurodiversity!

Today is Child Exploitation Awareness Day 2026. Child exploitation can happen in many forms – criminal, sexual, and online. It’s important we all know the signs to protect our young people in Gateshead.

Why a clear cot is the safest cot for your baby! View @LullabyTrust's safer sleep week campaign guidance for more information.

Visit the Lullaby Trust Safer Sleep Week campaign page for more details: @LullabyTrust

New Resource: How to dress your baby for sleep.. @LullabyTrust

Safer Sleep Week, 09th - 15th March 2026 Follow @LullabyTrust for more updates and information!

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