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‘Oh we do like to be beside the seaside’ Come join us on a trip to the seaside on Wednesday 17th May 2023.We will be setting off from the City centre near our office at 9.30am and should be back in Leeds for about 6.30pm.In Bridlington we will be dropped off and picked up on the seafront, so perfect to get a cuppa or some fish and chips! You are welcome to bring 1 person with you.To book, please call 0113 246 8338.

This session is suitable for all, nothing too strenuous, some simple chair based exercises to help relax and release tension from the body. No mats required. Followed by a cuppa and a chat. Please book by calling 0113 380 4300.

Join Carers Leeds for this walk to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week. Come and stretch your legs as we enjoy beautiful parks together in Leeds. We invite you to join us to promote your health and well-being. No equipment needed, just get your comfy shoes and enjoy a stroll and a chat together. Please note it is only a gentle stroll not a ramble! To book a place call 0113 380 4300 or contact Trisha Fisher on 07957183136 or Nikki Grace on nikki.grace@carersleeds.org.uk by the 11 May

Fancy trying drama? Got something to say? Want to have fun, meet new people and grow your confidence? Carers Leeds and Fall into Place Theatre will be running two drama and creative expression taster sessions on: Wednesday 10th May 1-3pm at Carers Leeds & Thursday 25th May 10.30am – 12.30pm at Leeds Playhouse You don’t need to have any experience of acting or drama – the group is a chance to be creative and have fun with other people. You will play drama games, share your ideas and have chance to perform. It’s an opportunity to try something new, develop your confidence […]

On Thursday 25th May, we’ll be hosting our first Meet The Artist evening at 21 Co. Our gallery shop is stocked with handmade crafts, products and art from local and independent makers and artists, all of whom are very interesting people and have inspiring stories to tell! This first event will feature Richard Heald who is a local photographer. Richard uses an array of lenses and filters to achieve a diverse range of results, as well as utilising innovative techniques to professionally capture moments worth remembering. He enjoys blending a love for photography with aspects and interests of his life in his […]

Learn Makaton with Flamingo Chicks! We have 3 sessions coming up, all via Zoom, so choose a slot that works for you. Makaton is a language programme that uses signs, symbols and speech. It’s designed to support and aid communication and widely used in the learning disability community.  Join us for a 90 minute introduction where we’ll cover: What Makaton is Who uses it 40 useful signs and symbols We have 3 dates available: Thursday 18th May, 7:30pm Monday 22nd May, 7pm Wednesday 24th May, 11am Cost: £10 (per household) but free places available where money is a barrier.Thanks to our friends […]

The Communication Matters International AAC Conference will take place at the University of Leeds from 8-10th September 2024. Over the course of two and a half days, participants will enjoy a diverse programme of keynotes, plenaries, presentations, posters and talks from AAC supplier companies. The conference provides a unique forum to meet and exchange information with representatives from all disciplines associated with AAC, including AAC users, parents, personal assistants, professionals, and suppliers of AAC equipment. Communication Matters encourages and supports AAC users to attend. Registration is now open! Book early to take advantage of the Early Bird discount which expires […]

This is an in-person drop-in event! Friday 9 June, 10am – 4pm Come along any time between 10am and 4pm to meet the Local Offer team and the website development team. We are inviting families, children, young people and professional services in the Bradford district to have your say on the development of the new Local Offer website. Please let us know what you think and what you want to see. Have your say on: The quality of service information on the website. How the website will look, helping with a new design. How the website works, improving functionality and […]

A few months ago we asked parents which services they would like to find out more about. Many of the responses said the SEN Education Team, and aspects of social care. Please join the Forum at the Carlisle Business Centre on Wednesday 7 June, 10am until 12noon, to hear updates from Charlie Lowe, manager in the SEN Team, and have the opportunity to ask him questions. Places are limited so please book here. On Wednesday 28 June, 10am until 12noon, David Stephens, manager in the Children’s Complex Health or Disabilities Team will be joining the Forum to tell us about the […]