Memorial boards commemorating the servicemen of Hexham who died during the Second World War have been carefully restored. The boards, located in Hexham General Hospital, part of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, have been expertly repaired by local specialists Langley…
We’re looking for an enthusiastic people to be our charity mascot, Sunny. What is the purpose of the role? You will provide valuable social interaction by dressing up in a special costume representing Bright Charity and entertain patients and staff on…
We decided to go all out for our 2024 festive period, adding extra brightness to our trust and communities by hosting special events for our patients, staff, and community members. Firstly, we held a Christmas lunch and showcase event for…
A Premier League footballer has visited the local community hospital in the town he was born. Dan Burn, who is a defender at Newcastle United, took time out recently to visit Blyth Community Hospital. Both the inpatient ward and children’s…
Bright Northumbria Healthcare Charity has partnered with the most successful British basketball team of all-time, the Newcastle Eagles, to raise awareness for men’s mental health. A new podcast series was launched, titled ‘Beyond the Court,’ which aims to reduce mental…
Northumbria Healthcare’s Bright charity is planning a new art exhibition for Berwick Infirmary. The new exhibition will show work by Berwick-based artists and be on display during 2025 while building work continues on the new hospital which is due to…
Laura Keen is the External communications and marketing manager within Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. She’s challenging herself like never before and running the full marathon in aid of Bright. Read her blog to discover more about Laura’s runner story…
Krinzia De Rosa, one of our a mental health and wellbeing coaches within Northumbria Primary Care, has taken on the Great North Run for Bright already this year. Now, she’s preparing for Kielder too… Read her blog to discover more…
As the countdown to Great North Run 2024 begins, we’re catching up with Team Bright – the runners who take on the challenge for Bright Northumbria Healthcare Charity. We caught up with Janice, a member of staff within Northumbria Healthcare…
Three dedicated clinicians from Northumbria Primary Care’s Ponteland Medical Group GP practice are training to complete the Geordieman triathlon to raise funds for Bright Northumbria Healthcare Charity. Dr Matt Thomas, Dr Ruth Chalton, and practice nurse Carrie Collins are training…