Hope for forgotten communities
The pandemic has had a further devastating impact on pre-existing social, health and economic starting points for individuals, families and communities in the North East of England 1.
Children, parents and carers report a significant increase in loneliness as a result of the pandemic, with similar statistical increases in the likelihood of living in poverty compared to the rest of England.
Discover how our work continues to enhance partnerships and develop integrated solutions for recovering, healing and growing communities.
Health, fairness and opportunities for all
Communities in North East have experienced widening inequalities and live with an abject sense of loneliness, isolation and poverty. We believe everyone, in all communities, should be able to have access to the health, supportive friendships, training and economic opportunities that they need.
To make this a reality, we partner with local champions to identify social and health needs and then facilitate and resource on the ground solutions such as community cafes, friendship groups, choirs, youth groups leading towards infrastructure development and multi-domain service access at the heart of communities to support families.
One year towards a healthier and more prosperous community
Since August 2021, Transform North East has enabled better community access to social connection, health and relationship support, training and employment.
Community Cafe
Friendship Groups
Community Hall Projects
500 strong regional membership list
Community members connected with credible sources of help and support.
Social isolation within the community dramatically reduced in combination with outreach work and referrals within the community.
Facilitating over 250 contacts a week with the refurbishment and opening of the community hall (thanks to Biffa Award funding) in May 2024.
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Friendship Groups meet at the Top Club every Monday to Wednesday between 2pm and 4pm – it's an open door and all are very welcome.
Stories and news from around the region
Many people in the local community reported a sense of abject loneliness during and following the pandemic. Through our friendship group projects, we are meeting with and listening to the needs of the most isolated in the community. Here are some stories of how members within the friendship groups are helping each other.
Providing hope to others
No matter who we are or what we have to offer we can help each other and those in our local communities if we take a first step.
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