DDOT at the Alexandra Centre, Sunderland Royal Hospital.

07/08/2026

DDOT Bake Sale

We’re ready at SRH Main Concourse, various sweet and savoury treats on Sale today. All funds raised are used for therapy equipment for patients at SRH and STDH cake 🍰

05/08/2026

Bake Sale at SRH 7th August!

Remember to bring your pennies to work on Friday as DDOT will be having a Bake Sale in the main concourse at SRH from 10am-3pm. 🍰 🧁

25/07/2026

Horse racing at the Alexandra Centre this morning, thank’s to our commentator Rob. Our patients had a blast. This therapy was mood boosting and enhanced social engagement. It included light physical activity, improving co-ordination. The patients enjoyed reminiscing about Ascot. 🐎 South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

24/07/2026

This morning our patients spent the morning in our lovely garden at SRH taking part in a garden sensory experience. There are many therapeutic benefits to spending time in the garden that include engaging in sight, colour, smell, touch and sound as well as meeting our little garden creatures!

They collected various leaves and enjoyed a leaf rubbing session. Leaf rubbing is an effective therapy and low stress sensory craft. It promotes relaxation, tactile stimulation and cognitive engagement for those with cognitive difficulties. 🍃 🐞 🪴 South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

20/07/2026

Yesterday Lynda and other patients had a ‘cool’ time making their own ice-cream cornets and reminiscing about summer holidays when they were younger. 🏖️ 🍦

Earlier last week the HELPA team held their first flower arranging session with the patients. Lot’s of lovely blooms to brighten their day! 🌺
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

Are you supporting someone with dementia? 💙

This Carers Week, we're sharing information and resources to help you in your caring role.

Registering as a carer with your GP may give you access to additional support for your physical and mental health, and help you find local support groups or respite services.

Find out more about registering as a carer with your GP: https://www.dementiauk.org/information-and-support/looking-after-yourself-as-a-carer/the-importance-of-registering-as-a-carer-with-your-gp/?misc=social&utm_campaign=advice&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

10/06/2026

8th-14th June is Carers Week which is an important opportunity to recognise the vital role unpaid carers play. There are various events and activities across South Tyneside throughout the week. Please complete the carers survey, there is a link and QR code below to access the survey. The feedback provided helps to shape future support and services. South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

08/06/2026

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust are taking park in the National Audit of Dementia (NAD), targeted data collection pilot this week. This year is the second phase of the 3 year redesign programme. The audit looks at the quality of care received by people living with dementia in healthcare settings. DDOT will be out and about at SRH and STDH throughout the week completing the audit. The Royal College of Psychiatrists

22/05/2026

Day 5 of Dementia Action Week and the last of our Workshops. ELSP Joanne Hume presenting on the Safe Use of Bedrails. South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust Dementia UK Alzheimer's Society