Team Borderway Complete the Ullswater Way Walk

Following on from last year’s Keswick Three Peaks, the Borderway team were up for a bigger challenge this year taking on the Ullswater Way Challenge, in aid of People First. The…

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The Cumberland take on the Great North Run in aid of People First

Famous for its inclusive atmosphere, unbeatable on-route entertainment, and warm Geordie welcome, not to mention the millions raised each year for worthy causes, Great North Run…

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Breaking the Silence: Statement of the North East and North Cumbria Advocacy Network’s ongoing concerns relating to Whorlton Hall

Following the conviction of four former support workers at Whorlton Hall for mistreatment of a person in their care, we, as a regional network of advocacy organisations have done…

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People First Awards 2023

We are now less than a week away from launching our first ever People First Awards! The People First Awards is Cumbria’s first awards ceremony celebrating the achievements of…

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12 Months of your Direct Payments Support Services

It has been a year since the Direct Payment Support Service transferred to People First and we’d like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all our customers, old and new,…

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Healthwatch Cumberland visit hospitals to hear from patients

A key role of Healthwatch Cumberland is to champion the views of people who access health and care services in Cumberland, seeking to ensure that their experiences help make…

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My Volunteering Story - Anne

When I took early retirement I thought I would like to do some volunteer work but couldn’t be tied to specific days/times. I came across People First on the local volunteering…

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Borderway Finance takes on the Ullswater Way for People First

Local company Borderway Finance are taking on the Ullswater Way Walk to raise money for People First. Following on from the success of the Keswick Three Peaks challenge last year,…

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Healthwatch Lancashire: News from April

Welcome to the latest edition of our monthly e-newsletter. Read more to find out what your local Healthwatch has been up to last month.Last month, we turned 10 years old and we…

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