South Tyneside Adult Recovery Service

11/10/2026

🌟 OUR GROUP ‘DROP-IN’ TIMETABLE 🌟

📢 Please note: Our Group Hub has moved!

All group sessions take place at:

📍The HUB
12–13 Queen Street, South Shields,
NE33 1HW

🔹 GROUP ACCESS
All groups are for South Tyneside Adult Recovery Service members only, unless the group is marked OPEN.
OPEN groups are welcome to everyone.

🩵 REMEMBER…

Recovery is about so much more than simply stopping substance use. It’s about building a life that supports your wellbeing, growth and long-term recovery.

Creating structure, developing healthy routines, connecting with others and finding a sense of purpose are all important foundations for sustained recovery.

Attending groups regularly can help to:
✨ reduce isolation
✨ increase motivation
✨ build confidence
✨ develop new skills and healthy routines
✨ connect with people who understand your journey
✨ provide support when you need it most

We encourage you to be brave, step outside your comfort zone and give a group a try. You’ll have the opportunity to learn practical tools and techniques, connect with other service members, and receive support in a safe and supportive environment.

You don’t have to feel ready.
You don’t have to know anyone.
Sometimes the most important step is simply walking through the door 🩵

⭐ WEDNESDAY EVENING GROUP⭐

Our OPEN SMART Recovery group is on this week 5pm-6:30pm. You don't need to be a member of our service to come along. We look forward to welcoming you 😊

🌟 Connect. Learn. Grow. Recover. 🌟

10/10/2026

💚 World Mental Health Day | 10 October 💚

Our team wore green to show our support for World Mental Health Day and help raise awareness of the importance of mental health and wellbeing 💚

Mental health affects us all and it’s so important that we continue to check in with one another, break down stigma and remind people that they are never alone. Sometimes, a simple conversation, a listening ear or a little kindness can make a bigger difference than we realise 💚

We’re also proud to be collecting donations for One 4 All at The Salvation Army, supporting the fantastic work they do within our community 💚

Let’s keep the conversation going, look out for one another and remember that it’s okay not to be okay 🙌

09/10/2026

🎨💚 A WORLD OF WELLBEING ART SHOW – TOMORROW! 💚🎨

Looking for something creative, uplifting and community focused to do this Saturday? 👇🏼

Join us tomorrow for the A World of Wellbeing Art Show, celebrating creativity, connection and mental wellbeing within our community 💚

Art can be such a powerful way to express ourselves, connect with others and support our mental health and this event is all about bringing people together through creativity, community and hope 🎨✨

📅 Saturday 10th October
⏰ 10am–2pm
📍 Ignition, Stanhope Street, South Shields, NE33 1TF
🎟️ £1 entry for adults | Children go free!

Everyone is welcome, so come along, show your support and enjoy a fantastic event celebrating mental wellbeing in our community 💚

Please share to help spread the word!

09/10/2026

Public Health Conference | 7 October 2026

A big thank you to our Commissioners, Julie and Paula, for the opportunity to be part of this important event.

Our Outreach & Health Inequalities Team delivered a presentation showcasing their work, sharing real life case studies and highlighting the support they have been able to put in place to make a difference in people’s lives.

It was a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness of the team’s work and demonstrate the positive impact of providing tailored support to those who need it most 🩵

08/10/2026

05/10/2026

💜 NEW Women’s Group – Trauma-Informed Workshops for Recovery

We’re excited to share a new Women’s Group exclusively for STARS service members 💜

Led by True Connection NE, this supportive and welcoming group will explore how trauma can affect our thoughts, feelings and behaviours, while developing healthier ways of coping, connecting and moving forward.

Across a series of interactive workshops, you’ll have the opportunity to explore techniques including:

✨ Tapping / EFT
✨ Internal Family Systems
✨ Creating an Anchor
✨ Havening
✨ SWISH techniques

📅 Every Monday
🗓️ Starting Monday 12th October
⏰ 1:30pm – 2:30pm
📍 The Hub, Queen Street

This is a safe space to learn, connect and develop tools that can support your recovery and wellbeing 💜

04/10/2026

🌟 OUR GROUP ‘DROP-IN’ TIMETABLE 🌟

📢 Please note: Our Group Hub has moved!

All group sessions take place at:

📍The HUB
12–13 Queen Street, South Shields,
NE33 1HW

🔹 GROUP ACCESS
All groups are for South Tyneside Adult Recovery Service members only, unless the group is marked OPEN.
OPEN groups are welcome to everyone.

🩵 REMEMBER…

Recovery is about so much more than simply stopping substance use. It’s about building a life that supports your wellbeing, growth and long-term recovery.

Creating structure, developing healthy routines, connecting with others and finding a sense of purpose are all important foundations for sustained recovery.

Attending groups regularly can help to:
✨ reduce isolation
✨ increase motivation
✨ build confidence
✨ develop new skills and healthy routines
✨ connect with people who understand your journey
✨ provide support when you need it most

We encourage you to be brave, step outside your comfort zone and give a group a try. You’ll have the opportunity to learn practical tools and techniques, connect with other service members, and receive support in a safe and supportive environment.

You don’t have to feel ready.
You don’t have to know anyone.
Sometimes the most important step is simply walking through the door 🩵

⭐ WEDNESDAY LATE NIGHT GROUP ⭐️

Our monthly SMART Recovery Family & Friends group takes place this Wednesday evening, 5:00pm–6:30pm.

This group is for Family & Friends ONLY and provides a safe space to connect with others, share experiences and learn tools to support yourself and your loved one.

We look forward to welcoming you 😊🩵

🌟 Connect. Learn. Grow. Recover. 🌟

30/09/2026

💜 STARS SPORTS DAY 2026 💜

September may be coming to an end, but what better way to finish Recovery Month than by celebrating everything recovery is about; connection, confidence, community and having a bit of fun along the way! 😁🙌

Our STARS Sports Day brought service members, staff and our wider recovery community together for a day of laughter, friendly competition and plenty of memorable moments! 🏃‍♀️🏆⚽️

A huge thank you to everyone who took part, supported the day and helped make it so special 💜

🎬 Here are some of our favourite moments from the day!

27/09/2026

💚 OUTREACH NURSE TEAM- COMMUNITY DROP-INS 💚

Our Outreach Nurse Team provides free, confidential health support in the community, making it easier to access advice and support without needing an appointment.

The team can offer support with:

🩺 Blood pressure checks
🧪 BBV testing
🌸 Period products
💬 Substance misuse advice
❤️ Sexual health
🩹 Wound care
💉 Immunisations

📍 Check out the timetable below for where to find the team.

✨ No appointment needed– just drop in!

Whether you need a quick health check, information, advice or support, the Outreach Nurse Team are here to help.

Please share this post with anyone who may benefit from knowing where they can access free, confidential health support in their community 💚

27/09/2026

💚 HEALTH INEQUALITIES –
OUR COMMUNITY DROP-IN SESSIONS 💚

Our new Health Inequalities Community Drop-In Timetable is here! 🌿

But what do we mean by Health Inequalities?

Health inequalities are the unfair and avoidable differences in health and wellbeing between different groups of people.

These differences can be influenced by things such as:

📍 Where people live
💷 Income and financial circumstances
🧠 Mental health
👥 Ethnicity
🧓 Age or disability
🏥 Access to healthcare and support

Our Health Inequalities sessions aim to help people access support, information, connection and opportunities that can support their health and wellbeing.

Whether you need practical support, somewhere to connect with others, information about your health, or simply a welcoming place to talk, there are a range of community drop-ins available throughout the week.

📍 Check our timetable below for times, locations and full details.

You don’t have to wait until things become difficult to ask for support. Sometimes connecting with the right person, service or community space can be the first step towards improving your wellbeing.

🌿 Support | Connection | Information | Wellbeing 🌿

For referrals or further information, please speak to one of our Health Navigators in the community or contact:

📧 [email protected]

Everyone deserves the opportunity to live a healthy life and access the support they need 💚