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Neurodiversity and Emotional Wellbeing Service

Cumberland Family Hub

Our mission is to create acceptance and understanding of neurodiversity and nurture the emotional wellbeing of every child and young person. We are committed to ensuring the development of safe and inclusive environments where individual strengths are recognised, voices are heard, and support is compassionate and personalised. Through strong collaborative partnerships and evidence-informed approaches, we…

Be Kind

be kind

It really saddens us to have to write posts like this, as we know it’s probably not our lovely followers who are responsible — but we do need to raise awareness. In recent weeks, some GP practices have reported incidents where members of staff — particularly reception teams — have experienced abuse and threatening behaviour…

WEIGHT LOSS INJECTIONS – June 2025

You might hear in the news that weight loss injections can be prescribed by your GP from June 2025. Whilst this is true, you must meet a strict criteria for your GP to be able to prescribe them to you. To avoid wasting GP appointments and disappointment please make sure that you meet the strict…

Visit your local pharmacy first for seven minor conditions

Visit your local pharmacy first for seven minor conditions

From 31st January, patients can pop down to their local pharmacy for help with seven minor conditions which would previously have required a GP appointment. Almost all pharmacies will offer the new service, giving advice and, if needed, NHS medicines, to treat seven common health conditions – and all without needing to get a GP…