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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Support for adults
Support to live in your own home, care homes, paying for care, transport, and more.
Support and care for adultsSupport for children
Support with family life, mental health support, drug and alcohol services, children in care, and more.
Support and care for childrenHealth
Stop smoking, sexual health, healthy weight, physical activity, mental health, substance misuse, and more.
HealthChildcare
Children's centres, nurseries, daycare, childminders, free early education, tax-free childcare, and more.
ChildcareFostering
Have you ever thought about becoming a foster carer? We are always happy to talk and meet with people who have an interest in foster caring.
FosteringAdoption
Adoption services are delivered by Adopt North East, the new regional adoption agency.
AdoptionDomestic violence / abuse
Advice about domestic violence and abuse, and a list of services that can help.
Domestic violence and abuseSEN and Disabilities
Advice for those aged 0-25 with special educational needs or disabilities.
SEN and DisabilitiesWorried about someone?
If you're worried about the safety of a child, young person or adult, get in touch.
Worried about someone?Transport
Organisations and services that can help you with transport and travel costs, including travel passes.
TransportPath to Excellence
Find out more about the Path to Excellence programme: