Welcome to our charity's news page. We’ve some great stories to share with you. These show how local people coming together with kindness can help us achieve amazing things.
Together, we care.
What you’ll read about
You'll read about how some brave people have overcome tough times with your help, new ideas that help others, and how generous people like you are making a big difference for our patients and their families.
You'll also see how medical and healthcare workers, patients, and donors come together to help those facing health challenges. These stories are inspiring and show the impact of your kindness and generosity.
Together we are achieving great things
Let's celebrate the good things happening in our Trust and wider communities across County Durham and Darlington.
Latest news
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Darlington Neonatal Team to Take on Ullswater Trek to Raise Vital Funds for Special Care Baby Unit
Date published: 17 June 2025
On Monday 7th July, five dedicated members of the Neonatal Team from the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) at Darlington Memorial Hospital will be swapping scrubs for hiking boots as they take on a 20-mile trek.
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Fundraising Drive to Support Vital Diabetic Eye Screening Services
Date published: 12 June 2025
A new fundraising campaign has been launched to support and enhance Diabetic Eye Screening services across the region.
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Fun Packs to Raise Funds for Elderly Visitors of Parkinson’s Patients
Date published: 12 June 2025
A dedicated movement disorder nurse specialist has turned puzzles into purpose by creating special Fun Packs.
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Raise a Mug for a Great Cause
Date published: 4 June 2025
We're inviting staff, departments, and supporters across the Trust to put the kettle on and host a coffee morning to raise vital funds to enhance patient care.
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Darlington Sixth Form Students Deliver Comfort and Care to Cancer Patients
Date published: 4 June 2025
A group of volunteers are bringing comfort and compassion to patients undergoing cancer treatment, through the donation of cancer care boxes.
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Grandmother’s Gift Leaves Lasting Legacy for Special Care Baby Unit
Date published: 8 May 2025
A touching donation of £2,000 has been made to the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) at Darlington Memorial Hospital, thanks to the generosity of a grandmother