Make a Difference: North EastEpisodes Available now

Using experience to help others with mental health
Mel and Marie continued offering peer support after being made redundant by a service.

Rescue volunteer in King's Honours list
Tom Fennelly from South Shields has been awarded an MBE for services to Search and Rescue

Wellbeing, affirmations and emotional health
Lorraine Marron is a Reiki practitioner and spiritual healer

Jill Scott completes Sport Relief challenge
Jill Scott talks after completing 388 mile challenge from Wembley to Stadium of Light.

How The Pause Project helps people in Meadow Well
The Meadows operations manager Ian Miller explains their work.

NUFC legends raise money for dementia care
Come with Simon Pryde as he competes in a walking football match against Toon legends.

'There is support out there for menopause'
Ann Hunter is a counsellor and trainer helping people navigate life's big changes

Local hospital radio honoured at Buckingham Palace
Radio Lollipop chairperson Lydia has been recognised for her work by the Royal Family

Jill Scott's Sport Relief Coming Home Challenge
Jill Scott talks about her attempt to run and cycle from Wembley to Sunderland.

Taking care of dementia carers
Anna Foster meets Joanne from Magic Memories.