A place to find out why Darlington is a great place to live, work and learn. Darlington Xtra is a Collaborative Partnership Initiative.
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A podcast for comic book gays!!! Listen in for all things GAY in comics and more, but mostly COMICS! This fun, in-depth, critical and cute conversation covers the queer -- whether canonical or subtextual -- in super hero comics, animation and geek culture. Starring Johnnie "JungleGuts" Martin and Alexandro Segade aka Prof Xtra; Patreon.com/supergayz
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Darlington Xtra Staff Conference - Part 4 - Professor Richard Rose
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At the Darlington Xtra Conference, the Creative Life Story Work Podcast interviewed Professor Richard Rose who spoke about what being a critical friend can mean and how a critical friend can help an organisation shape their life story work strategy. For further information visit Blue Cabin. The Creative Life Story Work Podcast can be found here.…
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Darlington Xtra Staff Conference - Part 3 - Being Creative with Life Story Work at Darlington Borough Council
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Join us for part 3 at the Darlington Xtra Conference, where The Creative Life Story Work Podcast speaks with Martin from the Workforce Development team, exploring why creativity is critical to the approach of Life Story Work. For further information visit Blue Cabin. The Creative Life Story Work Podcast can be found here.…
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Darlington Xtra Staff Conference - Part 2 - Relational Approach with Darlington Borough Council
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Join us for Part 2 of the Darlington Xtra Conference, where The Creative Life Story Work Podcast spoke to Chris & Alisha about Darlington Borough Council's relational approach to building services around the needs of children & young people. For further information visit Blue Cabin. The Creative Life Story Work Podcast can be found here.…
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Darlington Xtra Staff Conference - Part 1 - Making Time for Life Story Work
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We were very lucky to have The Creative Life Story Work Podcast join the Darlington Xtra Staff Conference to record an episode with us. During this episode they spoke to Charlotte, Phil & Joseph about making time for creative life story work in Darlington. For further information visit Blue Cabin. The Creative Life Story Work Podcast can be found h…
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The Darlington Housing Series - Episode 7 - Notice from your Landlord
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In this episode Georgia & Suzanne from the Housing Options & Allocations team discuss what happens when you receive notice from your Landlord.By DX
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Graham and Jamellia from Learning & Skills talk about the different types of apprenticeships, and what it's like to be an Apprentice. Further information can be found here- Darlington BC - ApprenticeshipsBy DX
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The Darlington Housing Series - Episode 6 - Health & Housing
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In this episode of the Darlington Xtra podcast, Councillor Roche & the Housing team discuss the role of the Cabinet Member and the important role of the Tenants' Panel.By DX
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Experts in Practice Project - Self Neglect
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In this episode Amy discusses her research area self-neglect, as part of the Experts in Practice Project in partnership with Newcastle Uni.By DX
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The Darlington Housing Series - Episode 5 - Housing Options & Allocations
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In this episode Karen and Mark from the Housing Options & Allocations team explain their roles and responsibilities, and dispel the myths and preconceptions around homelessness.By DX
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Experts in Practice Project - Creative Life Story Work
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In this episode Charlotte discusses her research area 'Creative Life Story Work' as part of the Experts in Practice Project, in partnership with Newcastle Uni.By DX
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In this episode Sarah, Kim & Simone explain the process of hospital discharge.By DX
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The Darlington Housing Series - Episode 4 - The Tenants' Panel
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In this episode we speak to members of the tenant panel, about what it's like to represent their communities in Darlington, with the housing team.By DX
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The Darlington Housing Series - Episode 3 - Housing Options & Domestic Abuse
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In this episode Anna & Kelly from the Housing Options & Allocations team discuss domestic abuse and where to get support.By DX
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Experts in Practice Project - Isolation & Loneliness
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Deb discusses the research she has been doing around isolation and loneliness for the experts in practice project, in partnership with Newcastle University.By DX
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Darlington Children's Social Care - Meeting the Family Group Conference Team
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In this episode we meet Faith, Lois and Nici who discuss the day to day work of the Family Group Conference team, and how they became part of the service.By DX
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Darlington Children's Social Care - Meeting the Children with Disabilities Team
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In this episode we were joined by the Children with Disabilities team to discuss their roles and responsibilities, and how they got into this line of work.By DX
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The Darlington Housing Series - Episode 2 - Anti Social Behaviour
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Lyndsey discusses anti-social behaviour and Housing Services in Darlington.By DX
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The Darlington Housing Series - Episode 1 - Repairs & Maintenance
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Natalie from the Housing team explains repairs and maintenance roles and responsibilities from a DBC Landlord perspective, and a tenant point of view.By DX
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Darlington Carers Support - What We Offer!
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In this episode Darlington Carers Support discuss what their service offers. The project is part of Durham County Carers Support. Darlington Carers Support – DarlingtonBy DX
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The Trauma Series: The Final Episode - A Discussion about Trauma Informed Practice
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In the final episode of The Trauma Series , Donna, Leigh-Anne and Ian discuss trauma informed practice, and reflect back on earlier episodes.By DX
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In this episode Maxine discusses social prescribing that focuses on social issues presented at GP Practices across Darlington.By DX
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The Trauma Series: Episode 6- Working in a Trauma Informed Way
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Working in a trauma-informed, strengths based / relational way with Jill, Donna and Ian.By DX
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An Introduction to PACE/Appropriate Adult
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In this episode we learn about the role of the Appropriate Adult, and how they can support the interests, rights, entitlement and welfare of children and vulnerable people suspected of a criminal offence.By DX
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The Trauma Series: Episode 5- Trauma & Adults
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Leigh-Anne and Ian talk about trauma as an adult.By DX
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Councillor Durham & Councillor Scott talk about their views and experiences of autism, as well as local initiatives in Darlington.By DX
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The Trauma Series: Episode 4- Trauma & Education
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Sophie, Anne and Donna talk about trauma during school yearsBy DX
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Shamima & Lou discuss the new initiative taking place in Darlington.By DX
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The Trauma Series: Episode 3- Trauma & Childhood
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Sophie, Kirsty and Lisa talk about trauma in children and young people.By DX
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This episode outlines some of the key elements of Adult's Safeguarding Practice, including signs and indicators of abuse, and where to find support. It is a perfect introduction to the training available through the Darlington Safeguarding Partnership.By DX
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The Trauma Series: Episode 2 - Where Does Trauma Come From?
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Donna and Leigh-Anne talk about where trauma could come from, and the idea of trauma.By DX
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The Trauma Series: Episode 1- What is Trauma Informed Practice?
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Donna and Leigh-Anne talk about trauma informed practiceBy DX
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An Introduction to Children's Safeguarding
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This episode outlines some of the key elements of Children's Safeguarding Practice, including signs and indicators of abuse, and where to find support. It is a perfect introduction to the training available through the Darlington Safeguarding Partnership. Darlington Safeguarding Board - Home (darlington-safeguarding-partnership.co.uk)…
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Meeting the Community Safety Team in Darlington
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Learn about what is happening in Darlington to make it a safer place.By DX
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Darlington Adult Social Care - Meeting the Learning Disability Team
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We were joined in this episode of the Darlington Xtra podcast by members of the Adult Learning Disability Team to tell us all about what they do.By DX
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Learn all about Sustrans and the Darlington Active Travel Hub. You can learn more about Sustrans by visiting their website- Home - Sustrans.org.ukBy DX
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National Apprenticeship Week - Social Work Apprentices in Darlington
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In this episode we chat to Sheryl & Charlotte who are now qualified Social Workers after completing the Social Work Apprenticeship, in partnership with Darlington Borough Council and Sunderland University.By DX
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Darlington Adult Social Care - Meeting the RIACT & Reablement Team
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We were joined in this episode of the Darlington Xtra podcast by members of the RIACT & Reablement Team to tell us all about what they do.By DX
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Darlington Adult Social Care - Meeting the Ongoing Assessment & Intervention Team (OAIT)
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We were joined in this episode of the Darlington Xtra podcast by members of the OAIT Team to tell us all about what they do.By DX
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Darlington Adult Social Care - Meeting the Adult Contact Team (ACT)
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We were joined in this episode of the Darlington Xtra podcast by members of the ACT Team to tell us all about what they do.By DX
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Darlington Public Health - Meeting the Access Team
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We were joined in this episode of the Darlington Xtra podcast by members of the Access Team to tell us all about what they do. Contact the Access team call: 01325 406571 email: Accessteam@darlington.gov.ukBy DX
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Darlington Adult Social Care - Meeting the Adult Mental Health Team
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We were joined in this episode of the Darlington Xtra podcast by members of the Adult Mental Health team to tell us all about what they do.By DX
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Black History Month 2022 - Time For Change: Action Not Words
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Black History Month aims to promote and celebrate the contributions of those with African and Caribbean heritage to British society and to foster an understanding of Black History in general. In this episode of the Darlington Xtra podcast, we interview members of Darlington's Black Community, Shaun from the Arthur Wharton Foundation and Elijah a st…
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To launch our Children and Adults Services Staff Health Check Questionnaire, we speak to Dr Stefanos Nachmias- Principal Lecturer HRM at Nottingham Trent University, about staff care and the importance of engaging the workforce.By DX
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MMA Fighter Lanchana Green & Making Every Contact Count
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Great Making Every Contact Count (MECC) interview with professional MMA Fighter, Coach and Darlington resident Lanchana Green - discussing why physical and mental health is important to her and the children and adults she works with.By DX
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Conversations about a Relational Approach to good quality Social Work Practice in Darlington, with Steph Hunter- Principal Social Work/Head of Quality and Practice and Charlotte Swainston- Children's Services Social Worker.By DX
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Making Every Contact Count (MECC) is an approach to behaviour change, that uses the millions of day-to-day interactions that organisations and people have with other people, to support them in making positive changes to both their physical and mental health and their wellbeing.By DX
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Haughton Academy students answering questions around LGBTQIA+ asked by local colleagues.By DX
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The Sanctuary Scheme aims to support victims/survivors of domestic abuse and their children to remain in their own homes where it is safe to do so by installing safety equipment into the home. Further information can be found here - Darlington Borough Council - Sanctuary SchemeBy DX
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Ian speaks to Darlington Carers who offer a variety of different services to local carers. Further information can be found on their website - Darlington - Our Services (dccarers.org)By DX
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Professional Challenge with Darlington Safeguarding Partnership
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Chris & Martin discuss - What is meant by the term Professional Challenge? Potential areas of disagreement Darlington Safeguarding procedures & guidance Further information can be found at Darlington Safeguarding Board - Home (darlington-safeguarding-partnership.co.uk)By DX
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