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26 Feb 2026

February 2026 newsletter

Our February 2026 newsletter is now live, packed with the latest updates,...

Carers Leeds · More info
24 Feb 2026

Carer Stories Filming Opportunity: we want to hear from you!

Carer Stories Filming Opportunity: we want to hear from you!  ...

Carers Leeds · More info
24 Feb 2026

SEND Information Session for Working Families

SEND information sessions for working families (survey) The Leeds Local Offer...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
17 Feb 2026

Education, Health and Care Plans: Your Feedback in Action 

As part of our ongoing series exploring how parent carer voices are shaping the...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
13 Feb 2026

Empowering Futures: How Seetec’s CIAG Offer Is Helping Schools Build Confident, Career-Ready Learners

Every young person deserves the opportunity to enter the world of work with...

Pluss · More info
13 Feb 2026

WiSE celebrates three years of popular lifeline memory café

Wetherby in Support of the Elderly’s (WiSE) memory café’ which provides a safe...

WiSE · More info
11 Feb 2026

PCF Coffee Morning: Your Questions Answered by SENSAP, Early Help & CHAD 

Last month, parent carers gathered at the Vinery Centre for a warm, honest...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
28 Jan 2026

Supporting Families Where English Is a Second Language

At Leeds Parent Carer Forum, we hear from lots of families with different...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
26 Jan 2026

January 2026 newsletter

Happy New Year from everyone at Carers Leeds! We’re delighted to share the...

Carers Leeds · More info
19 Jan 2026

Interview with Saba Khan

In 2025 Saba Khan published ‘The Disappearing Partner: A memoir of Love, Loss...

Carers Leeds · More info
15 Jan 2026

Catch22 College: Attendance and punctuality policy

Catch22 reserves the right to amend this policy, following consultation, where...

Catch22 · More info
12 Jan 2026

High praise for 'exceptional' Leeds children's home rated outstanding for eighth time

A Leeds children’s home which provides short breaks and respite for children...

Leeds City Council · More info
30 Dec 2025

“It’s amazing to have a family who truly cares for me”

“It’s amazing to have a family who truly cares for me” annie.gosling Tue,...

Barnardo’s (Prouder Communities Service) · More info
15 Dec 2025

Leeds City Council Awards Carers Leeds Contract to Continue Citywide Carer Support

We’re proud to share that following a Leeds City Council procurement process,...

Carers Leeds · More info
10 Dec 2025

Ruth – My Carer’s Story

Ruth – My Carer Christmas. It’s Christmas day...

Carers Leeds · More info
10 Dec 2025

How To Control Anger and Rage

How To Control Anger and Rage Anger is a normal emotion, but it becomes...

UK Counselling Network · More info
5 Dec 2025

Women’s Aid responds to new Ministry of Justice reforms

Women’s Aid responds to new Ministry of Justice reforms Farah Nazeer,...

Leeds Women’s Aid · More info
5 Dec 2025

Crafty collaboration raises nearly £900 for Martin House

A Martin House mum and her friend have raised nearly £900 for the hospice by...

MARTIN HOUSE · More info
5 Dec 2025

SEND and Inclusion Transformation Update

New update from Marium Haque, Interim Strategic Lead and Chief Officer – SEND...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
1 Dec 2025

Have Your Say: 2025 Unpaid Carers Survey

After the success of last year’s survey, Carers Leeds is delighted to be...

Carers Leeds · More info
28 Nov 2025

Carers Leeds November 2025 Newsletter

The latest Carers Leeds newsletter out now and is packed with opportunities,...

Carers Leeds · More info
27 Nov 2025

Angus Thompson Creates a Garden to Breathe in at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026

Angus Thompson Creates a Garden to Breathe in at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026...

British Lung Foundation · More info
27 Nov 2025

Preparing for Hospital Visits: Advice from Leeds Teaching Hospitals LD & Autism Team

Last month, Leeds Parent Carer Forum hosted an online workshop with the Leeds...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
26 Nov 2025

New Spring Term Makaton Training- Book Now

Hello! Please see below for information about some Makaton training: We’re...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
25 Nov 2025

Celebrating Two Amazing Achievements!

We’re very proud to share that Leeds Parent Carer Forum has received two...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
21 Nov 2025

A Magical Evening of Wreath-Making!

What a brilliant way to start the Christmas season! Our parent carer...

Little Hiccups · More info
17 Nov 2025

Care at Christmas Appeal 2025 - Care for others, care for yourself

At Making Space, we’re dedicated to supporting people living with mental...

Making Space · More info
11 Nov 2025

Be the Person Who Helps Change a Carer’s Day — or Their Life

Every day in Leeds, thousands of people care for someone — a parent, partner,...

Carers Leeds · More info
6 Nov 2025

A Year of Impact: How Carers Leeds Made a Difference in 2024/25

We’re excited to present the Carers Leeds Impact Report 2024/2025, highlighting...

Carers Leeds · More info
6 Nov 2025

Leeds PCF ARFID Coffee Morning: Sharing Knowledge

In September, 32 parent carers joined us at the Vinery Centre for an ARFID...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
5 Nov 2025

Catch22 College: SEND policy

Catch22 reserves the right to amend this policy, following consultation, where...

Catch22 · More info
2 Nov 2025

Carers Rights Day 2025 – Know your rights, use your rights

This year, Carers Rights Day takes place on Thursday 20 November 2025, with the...

Making Space · More info
29 Oct 2025

Home to School Transport in Leeds: an update

Ensuring children and young people can travel safely and reliably to school is...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
23 Oct 2025

How Parent Carer Feedback is Shaping Change in Leeds

Did you know that the voices of Leeds parent carers are helping shape the...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
23 Oct 2025

How Digital Support Helped Tristan Reconnect and Relax

When we first met Tristan, life felt overwhelming. Like many unpaid carers,...

Carers Leeds · More info
20 Oct 2025

Hollie – My Digital Carers Story

I’m 70 years old and I care for my husband, who has dementia. I had to go...

Carers Leeds · More info
8 Oct 2025

Making Space shortlisted for 11 Great British Care Awards

We’re delighted to share that Making Space has been shortlisted for 11...

Making Space · More info
26 Sep 2025

The Caring Kind Project Launches – Giving Unpaid Carers a Well-Deserved Break

This new initiative is powered by the kindness of businesses and rewards unpaid...

Carers Leeds · More info
25 Sep 2025

Light Night Leeds 2025 – accessible evening Tuesday 21 October

Leeds Light Night have asked us to share the following about an accessible...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
18 Sep 2025

WiSE responds to demand with extra respite for dementia carers

Wetherby in Support of Elderly (WiSE) is switching up the delivery of one of...

WiSE · More info
15 Sep 2025

Update on Autism Support in Leeds

We’ve had an update from Leeds City Council on changes to the way support is...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
15 Sep 2025

Update on ADHD Medication Clinics from Leeds Community Healthcare

We’ve received an update from the Children and Young People’s Mental...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
9 Sep 2025

Aireborough Rotary Club Launches Fundraising Partnership with Carers Leeds

Aireborough Rotary Club has announced a new fundraising partnership with Carers...

Carers Leeds · More info
3 Sep 2025

New Way to Check Your Child’s EHCNA Status

Leeds City Council has launched a new online form to help parents and carers...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
3 Sep 2025

Take on 150 miles in September for CCAM

This September, we’re shining a light on childhood cancer… and we need...

Candlelighters · More info
20 Aug 2025

New Advice Video Series for Carers

We’re excited to share something we’ve been working on at Carers Leeds! Over...

Carers Leeds · More info
19 Aug 2025

Have Your Say: Shaping a Pre-Bookable Respite Service for Unpaid Carers – Join Our Focus Groups

A West Yorkshire partnership is hosting focus groups to speak with unpaid...

THE CARERS' RESOURCE · More info
14 Jul 2025

Leeds Local Offer – Help us test a new way to check your child’s EHCNA progress

We’ve listened to feedback from families and created a new online form to help...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
14 Jul 2025

Understanding ARFID – Support and Resources for Families

At Leeds Parent Carer Forum, we know that food-related challenges can have a...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
7 Jul 2025

Anne – My Carer’s Story

I’m 63, I should be drawing a pension but instead I’m a full-time carer....

Carers Leeds · More info
7 Jul 2025

WY Routes and Routines – resource for Children and Young People

We have been asked to share the following by West Yorkshire Health and Care...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
7 Jul 2025

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐚𝐲: 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐒 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦

The Learning Inclusion Service is proposing changes to how children and young...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
7 Jul 2025

Annual Health Checks for Young People with a Learning Disability 

Leeds Parent Carer Forum recently met with the Health Facilitation Team (HFT),...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
1 Jul 2025

Carers Leeds Voices Concerns Over Post-16 Transport in Leeds

We have concerns about the changes to post 16 transport policy in Leeds and the...

Carers Leeds · More info
19 Jun 2025

The State of Unpaid Caring in Leeds

Carers Leeds Annual Survey 2024/2025 findings Today, we are releasing The State...

Carers Leeds · More info
12 Jun 2025

SEND Parent Carer Information Drop In

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Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
12 Jun 2025

Caring for a child with FASD: Survey

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
10 Jun 2025

Soundabout Invites You

Soundabout at Howard Opera Centre, LeedsThursday 12th June 2025, 12pm-1pm A...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
30 May 2025

Celebrating Excellence: Leeds Volunteering Quality Mark

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re delighted to share some exciting news –...

Carers Leeds · More info
29 May 2025

Yvonne – My Carer’s Story

I didn’t have an easy start in life. I was the youngest of 10 children, and we...

Carers Leeds · More info
29 May 2025

Caroline – My Carer’s Story

I have two adult sons. One of them is an addict – that’s what’s brought me to...

Carers Leeds · More info
29 May 2025

Healthy Holiday’s Leeds Feedback

Here is some feedback we’ve had from parents, carers, and young people....

DANCE ACTION ZONE LEEDS / DAZL · More info
28 May 2025

Join Our Board of Trustees

Carers Leeds is looking for new Trustees to join our Board and help shape the...

Carers Leeds · More info
23 May 2025

Partnering for good - Making Space & Wiltshire Farm Foods deliver dining with dignity

A groundbreaking dining experience held this month in Doncaster is gave people...

Making Space · More info
21 May 2025

O weithwyr gofalu proffesiynol i ofalwyr maeth: Sut mae Brian a Helen yn newid bywydau

O weithwyr gofalu proffesiynol i ofalwyr maeth: Sut mae Brian a Helen yn newid...

Barnardo’s (Prouder Communities Service) · More info
21 May 2025

O weithwyr gofalu proffesiynol i ofalwyr maeth: Sut mae Brian a Helen yn newid bywydau

O weithwyr gofalu proffesiynol i ofalwyr maeth: Sut mae Brian a Helen yn newid...

Barnardo’s (Prouder Communities Service) · More info
21 May 2025

SEND Next Choices – Getting ready for adult life is returning to Leeds first direct arena on Tuesday 24th June 2025!

The event is an opportunity for young people with special educational needs and...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
21 May 2025

Post 16 Transport Meeting – Wednesday 21st May 2025 7pm

Leeds City Council are introducing massive changes to Post 16 transport from...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
21 May 2025

Family Fund – Your Opportunity Grants Programme

Family Fund’s Your Opportunity grants programme supports disabled and...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
21 May 2025

Carers Leeds Event

Carers Leeds have added a new event to the Carers Week calendar, an...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
7 May 2025

WiSE launches ‘Forget Me Not’ café

Wetherby in Support of Elderly (WiSE) has launched a café dedicated to dementia...

WiSE · More info
1 May 2025

Health Update – Leeds Parent Carer Forum & NHS (ICB Update)

April 2025 The Leeds Parent Carer Forum (LPCF) and Health colleagues from...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
28 Apr 2025

Hft’s Chy Keres respite centre gears up to celebrate 20th anniversary

Hft’s Chy Keres respite centre gears up to celebrate 20th anniversary A...

Hft · More info
23 Apr 2025

Autism and Adolescence Workshop

Living Autism Foundation is a charity who help autistic people, their families...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
23 Apr 2025

SEND Parent Carer Monthly Drop In

The next SEND parent carer monthly drop in will take place: Wednesday...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
1 Apr 2025

Appeal to help respite service complete sensory summerhouse

Appeal to help respite service complete sensory summerhouse The charming wooden...

Hft · More info
1 Apr 2025

Leeds Local Offer Live and Eating and ARFID workshop

Local Offer Live On Wednesday, 26 March 2025, the Leeds Local Offer Live event...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
28 Mar 2025

Support from Carers Academy

With the news yesterday that welfare budgets are going to be cut, there will be...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
28 Feb 2025

Caroline – My Carer’s Story

I have two adult sons. One of them is an addict – that’s what’s brought...

Carers Leeds · More info
16 Feb 2025

Barriers to walking – Alzheimer’s

More than just a walk The benefits of walking It’s well known and researched...

Move Mates · More info
6 Feb 2025

Company of the month… The Alchemist Bar & Restaurant

We are so pleased to announce our latest Company of the Month is The Alchemist...

Candlelighters · More info
30 Jan 2025

Grants and Breaks

Breaks and grants for carers  Time for carers  We understand how important it...

Carers Leeds · More info
28 Jan 2025

Yvonne – My Carer’s Story

Different is not less I didn’t have an easy start in life. I was the youngest...

Carers Leeds · More info
23 Dec 2024

Jenni – My Carer’s Story

I’m a writer, an astrologer, a mother… and a carer. Carers all have different...

Carers Leeds · More info
23 Dec 2024

Jenni – My Carer’s Story

I’m a writer, an astrologer, a mother… and a carer. Carers all have different...

Carers Leeds · More info
9 Dec 2024

People First Group: Have your say on our Club Night!

Our next People First Group meeting is in January 2025. The meeting will be...

Leep1  · More info
9 Dec 2024

People First Group: Have your say on our Club Night!

Our next People First Group meeting is in January 2025. The meeting will be...

Leep1  · More info
9 Dec 2024

Carers Leeds Impact Report 2023-2024

Impact Report 2023-2024 We are incredibly proud to release our Impact Report...

Carers Leeds · More info
9 Dec 2024

Carers Leeds Impact Report 2023-2024

We are incredibly proud to release our Impact Report for 2023-2024. It sets out...

Carers Leeds · More info
29 Nov 2024

Rachael – My Carer’s Story

Rachael and her caring situation. On the outside I’m an ordinary 55-year-old...

Carers Leeds · More info
29 Nov 2024

Rachael – My Carer’s Story

Rachael and her caring situation. On the outside I’m an ordinary 55-year-old...

Carers Leeds · More info
26 Nov 2024

Carers Leeds 2024 Annual Survey

Help us help carers in Leeds. After last year’s successful survey, Carers...

Carers Leeds · More info
26 Nov 2024

Carers Leeds 2024 Annual Survey

Help us help carers in Leeds. After last year’s successful survey, Carers...

Carers Leeds · More info
21 Nov 2024

Carers Rights Day: Know and Protect Your Rights

This article has been drafted by the Shine Legal Panel to help you understand...

Shine (Spina bifida, Hydrocephalus, Information, Networking, Equality) · More info
19 Nov 2024

Exciting News! Join Our COPE Community Group!

🎉 Exciting News! Join Our COPE Community Group! 🎉 📅 When? Starting Friday 13th...

EQUALITY TOGETHER · More info
19 Nov 2024

Social enterprises rock and are the best type of business

Cat on the left and Charlie on the right Q) What is a social enterprise and why...

Seagulls Re-Use Limited · More info
11 Oct 2024

Leo's Story: 7 Days of Play

Three-year-old Leo was diagnosed with the blood cancer leukaemia in April 2023...

Leeds Hospitals Charity · More info
30 Sep 2024

Grants of £250 available for LGBTQ+ carers to take a break

Funding is limited to 30 grants so we cannot promise that your application will...

Carers Leeds · More info
30 Sep 2024

Grants of £250 available for LGBTQ+ carers to take a break

Funding is limited to 30 grants so we cannot promise that your application will...

Carers Leeds · More info
30 Sep 2024

Kiran – My Carer’s Story

Kiran’s Story I cared for both parents for 5 years. Dad 93 with...

Carers Leeds · More info
30 Sep 2024

Kiran – My Carer’s Story

Kiran’s Story I cared for both parents for 5 years. Dad 93 with...

Carers Leeds · More info
31 Aug 2024

Brian – My Carer’s Story

Audrey, Brian and Dementia. Audrey & I met in November 1960. I was...

Carers Leeds · More info
31 Aug 2024

Brian – My Carer’s Story

Audrey, Brian and Dementia. Audrey & I met in November 1960. I was...

Carers Leeds · More info
30 Jul 2024

Embracing Life in the Wake of Loss – My Carer’s Story

A poem for Carers Week 2024. It is Carers Week this week  Today I joined...

Carers Leeds · More info
23 Jul 2024

Super Sibling Residential!

Last week we held our annual sibling residential – a weekend of fun and...

Candlelighters · More info
28 Jun 2024

Carers Allowance – My Carer’s Story

I care for family members, and I’ve been claiming Carers Allowance for a few...

Carers Leeds · More info
28 Jun 2024

LGBTQ+ Unpaid Carers

As Pride month comes to an end, I want to shine a light on LGBTQ+ unpaid...

Carers Leeds · More info
16 Feb 2024

New accessible sensory equipment at Leeds Children’s Hospital

Thanks to generous donations Leeds Hospitals Charity has been able to fund...

Leeds Hospitals Charity · More info
8 Feb 2024

Corporate Partnership

We would love to welcome you as a partner at this crucial time when we are...

Kidz Klub · More info
23 Dec 2023

Benefits of Cashew Nuts for Men in Summer

The summer season is a time for basking in the warm sun, enjoying long...

Ageing Without Children  · More info
23 Mar 2022

Music Makes Lives Better Because… it can be a glimmer of hope in extremely challenging times

None of us can imagine what it is like to be forced to leave our country unless...

YORKSHIRE YOUTH AND MUSIC LIMITED · More info
2 Sep 2018

Can Tai Chi Cure Depression?

Stress, anxiety, low confidence and depression are all common reasons why...

OTLEY LISHI ARTS · More info