We recently reconnected with 43-year-old Tony Teasdale who completed the 12-session Eatwise programme with our Wellbeing for Life (WBFL) service ten years ago. At the time, Tony was attending sessions at the Ferryhill Ladder Centre with Talking Changes who referred him to Shaun Gooch – Wellbeing for Life Practitioner, now Coordinator. Tony’s goal was to improve his eating habits. He was struggling with back pain, and he wanted to lose weight and maintain this to reduce the

Emma, a mother of two, was referred to Joining the Dots in 2024 by the Macmillan Information Centre following her breast cancer diagnosis in 2022. She remained strong, even as she faced a recurrence in 2024 and a diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer in 2025. Emma continued to receive supportive care and was surrounded by the support of her community, family and friends. Emma and her husband Dan had dreamed of their wedding day, and thanks to the support of Joining the Dots

Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP), is calling for applications from organisations that want to offer safe spaces and activities for local people to meet, connect, and feel supported. Attendees at the Pelaw View Centre lunch club Since the scheme began in 2020, over £894,000 has been donated to local organisations working to create a better environment for communities across County Durham.   Kelly Spence, Mental Health Co-ordinator at PCP, said: “We’re delighted to offer grant

Health and wellbeing charity, Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP), is delighted to announce the expansion of its community services across the North East, with the acquisition of two new sites in Seaham and Stockton. This milestone marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter - one that goes beyond safeguarding vital local services. PCP is reimagining these spaces as inclusive, vibrant community hubs for wellbeing, learning, and social connection. The newly renamed Growth Hub

Since joining the Stamp It Out (SIO) partnership network in 2020, the Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) has played a vital role in supporting efforts to challenge mental health stigma across County Durham. Initially providing administrative support, PCP’s contribution evolved to include marketing, communications, and the delivery of bespoke training developed through the initiative. As a committed partner, PCP helped shape the direction of SIO’s work, ensuring that lived expe

Beverley (‘Bev’) Walker, a 59-year-old woman, has just recently completed the 12-session Eatwise programme with Wellbeing for Life (WBFL) and has described her ‘amazing’ journey. Before accessing WBFL, Bev was not in a good place mentally. Bev described her state at that time as: “not depressed as such, but down. I’ve gone through quite a lot of trauma, and my weight is affected by my emotions.” She moved up from Doncaster to look after her parents, and following the passing

Over the past year, health and wellbeing charity Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) knitting group based in Newton Aycliffe, has lovingly crafted therapy dolls, scarves, blankets, and twiddle muffs, each stitch made with care. These handmade items have now found a meaningful new home supporting those with dementia the LiveWell Dementia Hub in Stockton-on-Tees. PCP's knitting group stood behind attendees of the LiveWell Dementia Hub The therapy dolls and twiddle muffs, design

67-year-old Stephen Marshall from County Durham has achieved an impressive transformation - losing two stone, reducing his BMI to 33, and reversing his pre-diabetes diagnosis - with support from Wellbeing for Life (WBFL). Stephen initially weighed 20.5 stone, and his GP confirmed his BMI was 38, placing him in the obese category. He was also diagnosed with pre-diabetes. Alarmed by the news, Stephen accepted a referral to WBFL and joined the 12-session Eatwise programme. Prev

A group of patients from our mental health rehabilitation unit in Chester-le-Street recently took part in a beach clean at South Shields. Patients from Primrose Lodge got involved in The Great British Beach Clean to help make a positive difference. The group made the journey from Chester-le-Street with their equipment and lots of music and conversation along the way.  Primrose Lodge works in partnership with health and wellbeing charity, Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP). PCP

This year marks the ten-year anniversary of Wellbeing for Life (WBFL), a service dedicated to helping residents across County Durham live healthier, happier lives. Commissioned by Durham County Council and delivered in partnership by County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust and health and wellbeing charity, Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP), WBFL has empowered thousands of individuals and communities since its launch in 2015. Over the past decade, the service has d

From the Great North 5k to the Great North Run, parents, staff, service users, supporters and Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) Deputy...

Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) has had its County Durham Volunteer Kitemark re-awarded by Durham Community Action (DCA), recognising...

Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) is thrilled to highlight a generous act of kindness from long-standing supporters Busy Bees, who have...

We’re proud to share that Joining the Dots , part of our Adult Wellbeing Services delivered in partnership with County Durham and...

Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) is proud to announce its accreditation as a Disability Confident Leader, a significant milestone in its...

On Friday 5 September, parents, staff, and service users from Together 21 and Options will be hitting their stride in the Great North...

Carol Gaskarth, Chief Executive of Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP), has been announced as a finalist for Charity Leader of the Year at...

Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) have solidified their commitment to the environment, by successfully achieving the ‘Green’ Investors in...

Dave Appleby has recently completed the 12-session Eatwise programme with Wellbeing for Life (WBFL) . He has lost 53 lbs, he and his...

Thank you to those who attended our 2025 AGM - it was a great morning talking all things PCP from the past financial year - and we are...