What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
Here we go again. The “New Year, New Me” mantra. Still stuffed from the indulgence of December we often turn our minds to our physical appearance, exercise and food…But what if this year, we focused on a different kind of diet? One that can impact our lives just as much,
Earlier this year, our Mental Health Peer Support Group in Hunslet, added Insight to its name and became, Insight – Mental Health Peer Support Group. We would like to thank our friends at Involve Community Centre for all the help and support over the time we have been with them,
As we near the close of 2024, it’s only natural to reflect on the past year—the highs, the lows, and the moments that didn’t quite go as planned. A year ago, like many of you, I was full of optimism, declaring, “This is going to be my year!” I had
In a new initiative to address the complex issue of hoarding behaviours, a new peer support group called “Clear Path Support” is set to launch in our community. This innovative 10-week course, designed by a local mental health professional, aims to provide a compassionate and judgment-free environment for individuals struggling
A much-loved family friend passed away this summer, leaving us all heartbroken. Her loss has led me to reflect on how precious our friendships are. They say friends are the family we choose, and that was certainly true of her. There’s something magical about spending time with someone who just
A mother from Middleton who lost 17 stone in weight over two years has set up a support group for women who want to improve their lives. Sarah Clarke weighed 31 stone, 6 pounds in January 2022 when she plucked up courage and walked into a Slimming World meeting. She
Hamara and Leeds Community Foundation have come together to launch a series of new groups for individuals who have recently undergone treatment for poor mental health. The groups offer opportunities for adults aged 17+ to experience a myriad of activities that encourage interaction and combat social isolation; to learn new
If your best friend talked to you the way you sometimes talk to yourself, you’d likely be searching for a new bestie. We often say the most terrible, unkind, and hurtful things to ourselves—things we’d never say to someone we care about. “You’re not good enough.” “You look ugly.” “No
They say time machines are fictional, but I disagree, well to an extent. I was busy working when a song I hadn’t heard in years came on the radio, I was instantly transported back to my high school days. In that moment, I found myself reliving memories of the clothes
West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership and voluntary sector partner Leeds Survivor-Led Crisis Service (LSLCS) have announced that the text contact number for their NightOWLS service will change from Monday 22 April 2024. The new text number from 22 April is 07984 376950 (charges may apply). People can also call