We’re proud to be part of a new Wellbeing Hub, based in Wellington Square, Stockton-on-Tees. It’s just one of the many new approaches to support the wellbeing of local people and part of the Tees Valley Community Mental Health Transformation Programme.
The Hub
The Hub brings together a range of expertise and organisations under one roof. This makes it easier for people to access local help and support. It can be for a wide range of issues that impact their mental health and wellbeing.
Who can access and what support is available
Anyone can drop in and speak to a member of trained staff. Staff will listen to their needs and provide support, advice and guidance. People can also take part in a wide range of activities that are on offer.
Whether someone’s looking for housing, employment or money advice, or they’re feeling isolated, lonely or need mental health support, the Stockton Wellbeing Hub is there. Open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, to provide quick and timely support.
A collaborative and holistic approach
The Hub is just one of the many new approaches to support the wellbeing of local people. It’s also part of the Tees Valley Community Mental Health Transformation Programme.
Councillor Pauline Beall, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care, said: “The Hub is bringing together partners with a wealth of experience to address people’s wellbeing needs. To those seeking support it will make a real difference as they are able to get advice and support quickly and be treated in a holistic way.”

John Stamp, Associate Director for Partnership and Strategy at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, local mental health and learning disability provider and a partner in the programme said: “When we look at someone’s mental health and wellbeing, we need to look at the person as a whole and their life circumstances. What is it that impacts their life? Where are they struggling and what can make their life easier? It might be that money worries or loneliness are affecting their mental health or wellbeing. However they may not need to see their GP or secondary mental health services. Timely support from the right agency could help get them back on track.”
The Stockton Wellbeing Hub provides a space for organisations to come together and to work collaboratively to address people’s needs.
Making a difference
Sarah Jones, from Catalyst, a charity that supports other charities in Stockton on Tees, is Project Manager for the Hub, she adds: “Wellbeing Hubs can make a real difference, not only for the people accessing them, but also for the staff working into them. It means everyone can work much more closely. It helps people to have a more in-depth understanding of local offers and how to access them. Increased, knowledge and awareness, along with enhanced working relationships means people are much more likely to access the exact help they need not only first time, but also much faster too.”

Which organisations are involved
A number of organisations will be working into the hub, including Stockton Advice and Information Service, who provide free, confidential and impartial advice on a wide range of issues; and Change Grow Live, a national health and social care charity, who help people with challenges including drugs and alcohol, housing, justice, health and wellbeing.
Impact on Teesside, who provide support and services to those struggling with depression, stress, anxiety, and other mental and emotional issues, will also be working into the Hub, along with representatives from Tees, Esk and Wear Vallleys NHS Foundation Trust, local mental health and learning disability services provider, and Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council adult mental health social care staff.
To find out more about the Stockton Wellbeing Hub and what it offers visit www.stocktonwellbeinghub.org