It was lovely to be asked to say a bit about what my role is, and what I enjoy about it. A lot of people can't understand why you would want to do project development and (especially) fundraising, but I love the impact I can have in shaping projects at such an early stage!

Making a difference to the lives of children with chronic conditions, and their families, thanks to a partnership between @newcastleuni.bsky.social, the Great North Children's Hospital and @waystowellness.org.uk. It's being picked up by other children's hospitals too: from.ncl.ac.uk/space-pilot-...

Fascinating session with colleagues today, mapping out a blueprint for our #socialprescribing service for people with persistent physical symptoms (eg chronic pain). A strong theme of listening and validating emerging with this client group.

New poll shows 83% of people think organisations which prioritise social purpose over profit should be the NHS’s primary suppliers of goods and services. But we need to recognise and tackle the barriers to effective partnership if this is going to be achieved www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/poll-su...

I know I’m biased, but this is a really interesting listen. Particularly hearing the experience of testing social prescribing with people who have persistent physical symptoms (eg chronic pain), an innovation that has real potential 👇

[email protected] today introduced @cumbriacvs.bsky.social to our SPACE pilot in illustration of the value #collaboration adds to our work tackling #HealthInequalities - & there was an interactive workshop on our Persistent Physical Symptoms pilot! waystowellness.org.uk/projects

I always take a look at NCVO’s annual ‘the Road Ahead’ report, as a really good overview of financial, social and political issues for the voluntary sector to consider. This year’s issue is just out, and well worth a read: www.ncvo.org.uk/news-and-ins...

Pleased our work with @annabasu1.bsky.social is referenced in this National Academy of Social Prescribing report to launch "our joint vision...for a comprehensive & connected #SocialPrescribing system for children & young people across England by 2035" socialprescribingacademy.org.uk/resources/co...

Love this blog post by Jen Hewitt at VONNE, about the therapeutic power of music. This should be recognised more, both for people having the opportunity to play and listen to music. www.vonne.org.uk/power-music

The video of our presentation at the 'Newcastle Hospitals Charity Presents' event is now available, for anyone who wasn't able to attend in person: charity.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/get-involved.... It was a pleasure to be a part of the evening, and find out about other great projects!

For Mother's Day @angbroadbridge.bsky.social was invited on to BBC Radio Newcastle to talk about our project supporting young mums with their #MentalHealth. Thanks to Kelly Scott and team & ICYMI, catch it on @BBCiPlayer at www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p... (38mins in) #SocialPrescribing #Collaboration

Can’t beat a bit of time in nature at any time of year, but a (mostly) sunny spring day is particularly special.

Check out the Spotlight collection in our free image library with some of our favourite photos. You can use these for inspiration or if you aren't sure exactly what you want to download but need some ideas. Download today: www.agewithoutlimits.org/image-librar... #PositivePhotos #PositiveAgeing

Tonight's the night people! Examining the future of #PaediatricCare with @annabasu1.bsky.social & @simonbromhead.bsky.social this Social Prescribing Day!

Interesting day at Venturefest, organised by the Innovation Supernetwork. Great networking, and some inspiring insights into innovation and the entrepreneurial mindset.

Join me on Wed 19 March, 5:30pm – 7pm, for an insightful exploration of the evolving landscape of paediatric care at the Great North Children’s Hospital. I'll be joining Dr Anna Basu to talk about the SPACE Pilot project, funded by @nhscharitiestogether.co.uk. Register here: shorturl.at/QHkmG

A sunny weekend, with spring all around.

We're getting some lovely coverage for the SPACE Pilot project, and the announcement that Ways to Wellness has secured funding from the @nhscharitiestogether.co.uk Innovation Fund, including this in the Northern Echo: www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/2496124...

It's fantastic to be featured in The Good News Post about our #partnership with the Great North Children's Hospital through Newcastle Hospitals Charity www.goodnewspost.co.uk/six-figures-... #collaboration #health #funding #NorthEastCharity

Sir James Mackey, current CEO of Newcastle Hospitals, is set to become interim CEO of NHS England: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Neighbourhood health is the health policy buzzword of the moment. Anna Charles argues that the idea isn't radical, but implementing it would be. Read the full piece. https://buff.ly/3X7PhHh

First sighting of crocuses on my walk this morning. Spring is just around the corner…

One of our projects was selected as one of only 6 nationwide to receive a grant from the Innovation Fund from @nhscharitiestogether.co.uk Thanks to them & ALL our many collaborators and partners - we can support 150+ more families! www.waystowellness.org.uk/newsblogs/si... #SocialPrescibing

I've been working on the SPACE Pilot at @waystowellness.org.uk for a few years now. So pleased that the project has secured funding for the next couple of years. We can help more families, build the evidence base and spread the learning. www.waystowellness.org.uk/newsblogs/si...

It was a real pleasure to be part of this discussion, with representatives from across a range of sectors. A great opportunity to discuss ideas and share learning.

Highlight of the last week: playing bass guitar with my daughter’s school band, at The Glasshouse. The event was a Chinese New Year Gala, and the children sang partly in Mandarin…v impressive! Getting to perform on the Sage 1 stage was a definite bucket list ☑️

Great opportunity to join the Ways to Wellness team 👇

The SPACE Pilot helps children with chronic conditions & their families. It's run by @waystowellness.org.uk, in partnership with Great North Children's Hospital. New research into the project shows the massive impact #socialprescribing can have for families accessing secondary care: rdcu.be/d77cW