Leaving the hospital is an important milestone in a person’s healthcare journey. But leaving the hospital isn’t always a smooth experience. We want to hear your experiences.
Annual Report 2025-2026
Our Annual Report is now ready to view, read and download. Find out what impact we have made in 2025-2026 and what our priorities are for 2026-2027.
Introducing Our Brand New Podcast!
Our new podcast aims to keep residents updated on our work and service updates across County Durham.
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Share your views online, or contact us via email or phone. The more people share their ideas, experiences and concerns about NHS and social care, the more services can understand what works and what doesn't.
Latest news
e-Bulletin Newsletter - October 2026
In this edition, we're looking at the introduction of a two-week period of leave for anyone experiencing…
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e-Bulletin Newsletter - September 2026
In this edition, we're sharing a couple of research opportunities as we want to hear from anyone who has…
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Our reports
Enter and View - Hampton Manor
Our role at Healthwatch County Durham is to gather people’s views and…
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Enter and View - Dr Ashdown's Stockton Lodge
Our Enter and View programme gives Healthwatch County Durham's…
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Advice and information
World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10th October.
It reminds us why good mental health is so important, and how we can…
It reminds us why good mental health is so important, and how we can…
World Suicide Prevention Day 2026
World Suicide Prevention Day takes place on 10th September each year. It is an opportunity for people, communities and organisations around the world…
How to Cope in Hot Weather
With the recent news of an Amber Heat Health Alert for North East England and more serious red alerts for southern England, how can you take steps to…