First Stop Darlington

01/09/2026

Our next mindset course is starting next Tuesday the 8th September. We have two remaining places. If you would like to attend please contact Jess asap to book you in for an initial chat on 07470473263. Following

12/08/2026

⏳ Places are going for our free mindset course!

"7 Steps to Mastering Your Mindset" starts Tuesday 8th September at 10am at 32 Houndgate, Darlington — 7 weekly sessions, just 1 hour each, completely free.

If you've been feeling low on confidence or unsure of your direction, this is a supportive space to work through it, week by week.

Only requirements must be working age and live in Darlington.

Spaces are limited, so don't wait — get in touch with Jess today: 📞 07470 473263 ✉️ [email protected]

11/08/2026

Looking for something fun to do this afternoon? Come along to this event at the Well Church, North Road 🥳

We are holding a Being Well Family Fun Day on Tuesday 11th August from 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm at the Well Church, Darlington. Join us for an afternoon of fun, laughter and community connection! Alongside all the exciting activities, local services and professionals will be on hand to chat with parents and carers about any support their family may need. Everyone is welcome – we look forward to seeing you ther

05/08/2026

Testing

30/07/2026

A lovely afternoon ahead at the community allotment - such a lovely place to promote positive mental health 😀

29/07/2026

Free 7-week group therapy course in Darlington 💙

First Stop is a charity supporting people in Darlington to move forward, overcome obstacles and break free from whatever is holding them back. We understand how long therapy waiting lists can be and how expensive private therapy can feel, so we’ve secured funding to offer this course for free.

Who can join?

• You must live in Darlington
• You must be of working age
• You must be ready and willing to make positive changes in your life

This course can help you:
• Manage feelings of anxiety and low mood
• Build confidence to move forward
• Overcome barriers and feel less stuck
• Gain a clearer sense of direction

The next course starts on Tuesday 8th September at 10am.
For more information and how to book, contact Jess on 07470 473263.

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28/07/2026

Your share could help someone find the support they need 💙

We often hear people say they didn’t know our service existed and wish they had found us sooner. By sharing this post, you can help us reach more people across Darlington who may be struggling and don’t know where to turn.

First Stop Darlington is a local charity offering free, friendly support with poverty, benefits, housing, debt, wellbeing and other life challenges from our Wellbeing and Advice Hub at 32 Houndgate, Darlington.

We can help with:
• Benefits advice and applications
• Housing and social housing applications
• Low level Debt, household bills and financial difficulties
• Mental wellbeing, group therapy and wellbeing activities

If you or someone you know needs support, please get in touch on 0808 196 3144.

Please share this post — it could make all the difference to someone who needs help today.

27/07/2026

Looking to volunteer in Darlington? We're here to help!💙

We exist to help remove barriers to volunteering in the Darlington area. Whether retired, studying or considering a change in career, volunteering is a great way to learn new skills and discover new possibilities.

Visit our online hub to find out more about us and find volunteer opportunities that suit you: https://darlingtonvolunteers.com/index-classic

If you prefer in-person support or would like an informal chat with our friendly team about volunteering in Darlington, please email [email protected] or call us on 01325 254 321 to make an appointment.💙

27/07/2026

Stride are outside St Cuthbert’s hall in town supporting people of Darlington in treatment and recovery. They will be there until 3PM

14/07/2026

7 Steps to Mastering Your Mindset — Free Course in Darlington

Feeling stuck, low in confidence, or unsure which way to turn? This friendly, practical course is designed for working-age adults in Darlington who want to rebuild self-belief, boost self-esteem, and get moving again with purpose.

What you’ll get:
7 weekly, 1-hour sessions that break down the skills to take back control

Tools to challenge limiting beliefs, build confidence, and set a clear direction

A supportive group environment with people who “get it”

Real-life strategies to overcome barriers and make lasting change
Why join:

Free to attend for Darlington residents
Running successfully for 4 years
Proven to help people from all backgrounds make genuine progress

Key details:

Course: 7 Steps to Mastering Your Mindset
Start date: Tuesday 8 September, 10:00 AM
Duration: 7 weeks (1 hour per week)
Cost: Free
Who it’s for: Working-age adults living in Darlington who feel they have low confidence/self-esteem or feeling lost/stuck

Are you ready to find the real you? Are you ready to have a happy, positive, forfilled life?

Limited places — book now: Call Jess on 07470 473263 for more information about how to secure your space.