Meet Tom Mohan, Senior Link Worker
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
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News, Press & Media
Got a story? Our media team can support with media enquiries, external communications, digital enquiries and social media.
The Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) is an award-winning health, wellbeing and community focused charity, with leading projects and services, including the delivery of regional branches of Healthwatch.
If you are interested in covering the work of PCP, or broader topics that impact our work, we can provide:
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Interviewees and case studies
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Insight and comment
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Support with filming and broadcast requests
For media enquiries, please contact Jenny Lee, Senior Marketing and Media Officer on 07919625594 or email jenny.lee@pcp.uk.net
Discover our latest blogs and new stories
- May 26
Celebrating workplace wellbeing – Better Health at Work Award County Durham holds Celebration Event
Organisations across County Durham recently celebrated wellbeing in the workplace with the County Durham Better Health at Word Award’s...
- May 17
PCP Befriending Services expands to support communities
What started out as a couple of people attending the befriending group, quickly grew to over 20 people joining weekly. The Pioneering...
- May 2
A group to support long COVID - what is it about?
Our County Durham Resilience Team run a group for people in the community who are impacted by long COVID. What is long COVID? This is...
- May 2
Meet Rebecca Morgan, Project Development Manager
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
- Apr 25
Making a difference in County Durham - meet PCP's Cancer Awareness Team
Cancer Research UK report that 38% of cancer cases are preventable. To help communities discover the signs, symptoms and early prevention...
- Apr 4
Meet Sarah Johnson, Operations Support Officer
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
- Apr 4
Calling community focused organisations – over £235,000 available from the Happiness Hubs Fund!
Spreading community cheer, the Happiness Hubs grant scheme has returned for 2023 to help communities live happier and healthier lives....
- Mar 27
Wriggle this way - how to keep your garden green for Community Garden Week
Monday 3 April marks the starts of Community Garden Week - a special week that allows us to celebrate everything great about community...
- Mar 2
Meet Jules Howe, Wellbeing For Life Facilitator
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
- Feb 24
Did you know it’s been three years since the start of the pandemic?
Aiming to be the biggest survey or its kind in the North East, the Big County Durham Pandemic Survey wants to know - how are you since...
- Feb 10
Meet Charlie Crinion, Pioneering Care Partnership Creative Media and Digital Marketing Apprentice
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
- Feb 10
Meet Leah Hughes, Pioneering Care Partnership Admin and Reception Apprentice
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
- Feb 8
Meet Danny Walker, Pioneering Care Partnership Creative Media and Digital Marketing Apprentice
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
- Feb 7
Healthwatch Sunderland supports new amputee community group
The health and social care champion for the people of Sunderland has showcased the power of partnership work through the promotion of a...
- Feb 6
Together 21 receives £34,000 to support children with Down syndrome
The Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) would like to thank the Durham Freemasons for supporting our Together 21 (T21) children and...
- Jan 20
Meet Vicky Browning, Pioneering Care Partnership Operations Manager
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
- Jan 6
Healthwatch South Tees STAR Award nominations now open
The Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP)'s leading Healthwatch South Tees project is proud to announce its 2023 STAR Award nominations are...
- Jan 4
Be a workplace wellbeing champion in 2023, with a free health event for North East organisations
New year, new you? Inspire your team and organisation to prioritise health and wellbeing with an insight from the North East of England...
- Dec 13, 2022
Spreading festive cheer - over £1,440 raised to support Together 21
The Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) would like to thank supporters for granting Christmas wishes, following a successful festive...
- Dec 7, 2022
Clients of the County Durham COVID-19 Resilience Team
It’s one thing knowing what a project or service does and how they operate, but it's another to see how its helping and impacting the...
- Dec 6, 2022
Meet Vicky Williamson, Stockton-on-Tees Community Wellbeing Champions' Administrator
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
- Nov 28, 2022
Jingle all the way – PCP’s Christmas Fayre to return to Aycliffe
It’s ‘snow’ joke that Mr and Mrs Claus are coming to town! You’re invited to the Pioneering Care Centre’s Festive Fayre on Saturday 10...
- Nov 23, 2022
Join in with Healthwatch Sunderland's launch of #ItsBoobEasy campaign
There's been lots going on behind the scenes with the Pioneering Care Partnership's (PCP) Healthwatch Sunderland project - from being...
- Nov 17, 2022
Lights, camera, action! PCP shines a light on Durham students
The Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) supports communities throughout the North East by delivering projects and services that impact...
- Nov 14, 2022
You’re invited to the return of PCP’s Community Roadshow this November
From reiki, health and wellbeing support, employment opportunities, financial advice and free goodies along the way – this popular event...
- Nov 10, 2022
Meet Wendy Hadlington, Engagement Officer, Healthwatch Sunderland
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
- Nov 7, 2022
Thank you for helping us support foodbanks
During October the Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) appealed for donations of toiletries to support a need from local foodbanks...
- Nov 3, 2022
No tricks, only treats - £375 raised to support PCP’s Options service
The Pioneering Care Centre (PCC) in Aycliffe transformed for spooky season to offer half term family fun whilst supporting rewarding...
- Oct 26, 2022
PCP Community Garden crowned winner in Aycliffe awards
Taking home the title of ‘Best Community Garden 2022’ - the Pioneering Care Centre’s (PCC) thriving garden is a credit to those that...
- Oct 24, 2022
Warm up for winter – PCP supports Warm Spaces Scheme
Starting this Thursday, the Pioneering Care Centre will be offering a ‘Warm Space’ for local people to come together and enjoy a range of...
- Oct 18, 2022
Options seek your support for sponsored spooky sleepover
On Friday 28 October, a group of daring Options staff and volunteers are preparing to bust the Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) ghost...
- Oct 11, 2022
PCP recognised in regional and national awards
The past few weeks are worth celebrating! The Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) and one of our fantastic volunteers has been shortlisted...
- Oct 10, 2022
Pedal this way – explore Aycliffe’s cycle routes and meet local folk
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get active, meet new people and try something new - with a series of free cycle group sessions!...
- Oct 6, 2022
Appeal for toiletries – shower your community with support this October!
A foodbank supplier for County Durham and Sunderland is supporting over 2,500 people each month – with an urgent need for donations of...
- Oct 4, 2022
Meet our COVID Resilience Worker, Heather Reed!
Each month we will bring you behind the scenes to put the well deserved spotlight on our staff that help us make a difference to...
- Oct 3, 2022
Not a soggy bottom in sight – PCP raises £237 with Macmillan Coffee Morning
Coffee and cakes were the order of the day, as North East charity, the Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP), hosted a staff star baker...
- Sep 26, 2022
Let's talk organ donation with Healthwatch Sunderland
The Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) is proud to deliver Healthwatch to the people of Sunderland to give communities a voice on health...
- Sep 22, 2022
The winner bakes it all – PCP ‘kneads’ you to crown star baker
Calling all cake connoisseurs (or just those that love a sweet treat!) - the Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) is calling on you to judge...
- Sep 6, 2022
Become a Community Garden volunteer and see your skills blossom!
The Pioneering Care Centre (PCC) is appealing for Community Garden volunteers to support its glorious green space. Volunteers can benefit...
- Sep 2, 2022
Discover financial wellbeing support in County Durham
The cost of living crisis is impacting the whole nation, with County Durham being in the five most impacted areas in the UK, according to...
- Aug 17, 2022
Family friendly fayre coming to Aycliffe
The Pioneering Care Centre (PCC) in Newton Aycliffe is hosting a carnival themed Summer Fayre with a bill of entertainment suited to all...
- Aug 5, 2022
A warm welcome back – Options Social Club returns to Aycliffe
There were smiles all around as a member-led service for adults with learning and physical disabilities relaunched its popular evening...
- Aug 3, 2022
Scoring and achieving goals, Man vs Fat Football League celebrates huge success!
The Man vs Fat group delivered by Wellbeing for Life (WBFL) has just come to a close, with the team scoring goals and losing pounds! The...
- Aug 2, 2022
A charity at the heart of communities – PCP reflects on a rewarding year
Hosting its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in-person for the first time in two years, the Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) is delighted to...
- Aug 1, 2022
Could your community organisation be awarded up to £7,500?
Calling all groups or organisations that need a funding boost – the Happiness Hubs grant scheme is back! Offering up to £7,500 for...
- Jul 28, 2022
Working together to combat cancer in County Durham - meet your local services!
Do you know what support is available to you in County Durham for cancer prevention awareness, or support for yourself or a loved one...
- Jul 27, 2022
Meet the County Durham COVID-19 Resilience psychology team
Based at Lanchester Road Hospital in Durham, a psychology team of three working at the Tees Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust is...
- Jul 26, 2022
Our Stockton Community Wellbeing Champions want to hear from you!
Our Stockton-on-Tees Community Wellbeing Champions are working with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's Public Health team to better...
- Jul 21, 2022
Our new offers at the Pioneering Care Centre
Looking for an activity to take part in this summer? Catch up with the Pioneering Care Centre in Newton Aycliffe and discover a range of...
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