Upcoming Events
Dance21 is our high-energy dance group for young people aged 12 and over.
These sessions focus on creative movement, socialising, and fitness. It is a fantastic way for older young people to build their self-esteem, learn new routines, and catch up with friends every week.
Like our junior group, these sessions are led by Claire King, ensuring a supportive and expert-led environment for all participants.
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When: Every Thursday
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Time: 6.00 pm – 7.00 pm
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Where: Footsteps Theatre School, Idle, BD10 8PY
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Cost: £3.50 donation on entry (This allows our dancers to practice handling money and paying for their own sessions).
How to Join
We are always looking to welcome new faces to our dance family! If you would like to attend or have any questions about the sessions, please visit our website or get in touch.
Find out more: https://www.downsyndromebradford.com/
A fortnightly emotional wellbeing drop-in group run by Family Focus North East for parents, carers, and children aged 10–13. No referral or diagnosis needed.
Event Details:
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Organisation: Family Focus North East
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Venue: Deckham Family Hub
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Start Date: Friday 28th August
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Frequency: Fortnightly (every two weeks)
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Age Group: Children aged 10–13 years along with their parents/carers
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Cost: Free
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Contact Email: familyfocus2026@gmail.com
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Supported by: The National Lottery Community Fund
About the Event
Calm Connections is an informal emotional wellbeing drop-in group run by Family Focus North East.
It provides a safe, welcoming space for parents, carers, and young people aged 10–13 who may be:
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Feeling anxious or overwhelmed
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Experiencing low mood
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Struggling with emotional regulation
Key Information:
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No referral is required
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No diagnosis is needed
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No pressure – just a safe space to connect and receive support
Get in Touch:
For any questions or more information, please email familyfocus2026@gmail.com.
The Active Lifestyles Group meets for two hours on a Friday afternoon for a two hour trip through some of Leeds’ finest parks.
This group is free.
Most weeks there are about 10 members joining us, with support workers where required.
Our trips are reasonably gentle. They last for the full two hours with short stops for rests when somebody needs one.
We aim for paths and grass, rather than scrambling up rocks.
We meet at a different venue each week. Examples of parks we visit are: Roundhay, Middleton and Golden Acre.
Absolutely FREE!
Every Friday
13:00 until 15:00
Meet at the location, which will change every week
People can join by contacting Al Mayes on 0113 2443729 or al.mayes@peopleinaction.org.uk
Twirly21s is a lovely continuation from our early development groups, designed specifically for children with Down syndrome aged 5 to 12.
These sessions are more than just a dance class; they provide a consistent space for parents and children to keep in touch, share experiences, and grow together. Our dancers focus on coordination, rhythm, and confidence in a fun, friendly environment.
Classes are delivered by Claire King, who has a wealth of experience working with young children with Down syndrome.
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When: Every Saturday
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Time: 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm
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Where: Footsteps Theatre School, Idle, BD10 8PY
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Cost: £2 donation on entry (Dancers are encouraged to pay at the door to help practice their independent money skills).
Join Pawsitive Action Leeds CIC for their monthly Dog Walking Social, a friendly and disability-inclusive event open to all dog lovers—whether you have a canine companion of your own or just enjoy being around them!
This social walk is a great opportunity to meet new people in a relaxed outdoor setting. The group may also enjoy a picnic together after the stroll, so feel free to bring along your blankets and snacks.
🗓️ Event Details
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Recurring: Last Saturday of every month
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Time: 11:30am
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Location: Kirkstall Abbey (Meet at the Kirkstall Road main entrance)
🐾 Important Information
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Who can attend: All dogs and humans are welcome!
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Cost: Donations are welcomed. Contributions help cover the running costs of PAL CIC, travel costs for volunteers, and the development of future events and training.
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Accessibility: This event is designed to be disability-inclusive.
Provider: PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide & Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
Duration: 3.5 Hours
Cost: Free (Fully funded by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council)
Format: Available as both online interactive webinars and in-person sessions across Rotherham
Dates: Recurring monthly sessions running from September 2026 to March 2027
About the Training
Working or volunteering within Rotherham’s voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector often means you are the first point of contact for individuals and families experiencing crisis or overwhelm.
SPEAK is a specialist 3.5-hour suicide prevention training session developed by PAPYRUS. It is designed to equip staff and volunteers with the essential skills, practical language, and confidence needed to spot the signs of distress, open up a supportive conversation, and guide someone towards safety.
What the Session Covers
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Spotting the Signs: Recognising subtle behavioural and verbal cues when someone is struggling with thoughts of suicide.
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Having the Conversation: Practical, straightforward techniques to ask direct questions comfortably and without judgement.
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Safety Planning & Next Steps: Understanding local and national crisis resources and how to signpost effectively.
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Building Confidence: Overcoming fear, stigma, and misconceptions around discussing suicide openly.
Who Should Attend?
This fully funded training is open to anyone who works or volunteers within a community group, charity, or social enterprise based in Rotherham.
How to Book Your Place
Places are funded but must be booked in advance via Eventbrite. Select your preferred date and format (online or in-person) using the link below:
👉 Book Your Free Place: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/rotherham-metropolitan-borough-council-4829561
A fortnightly emotional wellbeing drop-in group run by Family Focus North East for parents, carers, and children aged 10–13. No referral or diagnosis needed.
Event Details:
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Organisation: Family Focus North East
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Venue: Galafield Family Hub
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Start Date: Friday 4th September
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Frequency: Fortnightly (every two weeks)
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Age Group: Children aged 10–13 years along with their parents/carers
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Cost: Free
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Contact Email: familyfocus2026@gmail.com
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Supported by: The National Lottery Community Fund
About the Event
Calm Connections is an informal emotional wellbeing drop-in group run by Family Focus North East.
It provides a safe, welcoming space for parents, carers, and young people aged 10–13 who may be:
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Feeling anxious or overwhelmed
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Experiencing low mood
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Struggling with emotional regulation
Key Information:
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No referral is required
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No diagnosis is needed
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No pressure – just a safe space to connect and receive support
Get in Touch:
For any questions or more information, please email familyfocus2026@gmail.com.
The Active Lifestyles Group meets for two hours on a Friday afternoon for a two hour trip through some of Leeds’ finest parks.
This group is free.
Most weeks there are about 10 members joining us, with support workers where required.
Our trips are reasonably gentle. They last for the full two hours with short stops for rests when somebody needs one.
We aim for paths and grass, rather than scrambling up rocks.
We meet at a different venue each week. Examples of parks we visit are: Roundhay, Middleton and Golden Acre.
Absolutely FREE!
Every Friday
13:00 until 15:00
Meet at the location, which will change every week
People can join by contacting Al Mayes on 0113 2443729 or al.mayes@peopleinaction.org.uk
Smilers and Youth for ages 8-18 meets every other Saturday morning.
This week will be a Yoga session with Debs.
You can book onto the session here– there is the option to donate when booking but absolutely no pressure to do so.
Siblings are very welcome.
Bookings will close at 4pm on Friday and please remember to cancel your place if you can no longer attend. Enjoy!
📅 Date & Time
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Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month
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Time: 19:00 – 21:00
📍 Location
The Function Room, The White Swan
High Street, Yeadon, Leeds, LS19 7TA
📝 Event Description
Join Pawsitive Action Leeds CIC for a new, casual, and friendly peer support meetup designed specifically for anyone navigating PTSD, C-PTSD, or domestic abuse (DV) trauma.
This is a safe, welcoming, and relaxed space to enjoy good company, chat, and share some dog love. There is zero pressure and no expectation to share anything you aren’t comfortable with.
Our group is facilitated by specialist canine and disability practitioners who have lived experience of trauma. Alongside being a warm space to connect, you can also help shape the future of trauma support assistance dogs with us!
🐕 Do I need to bring a dog?
No dog required! You are more than welcome to come just as you are. However, if you have a dog who is calm and comfortable in a pub environment, feel free to bring them along!
🎟️ Admission & Support:
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FREE to attend.
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As this group is hosted at a local pub, we kindly ask attendees to support our host venue by purchasing a drink or some food during the evening.
ℹ️ Please note: This is a peer support group and is not attended by clinical mental health professionals.
📧 Enquiries: pawsitiveactionleeds@gmail.com
🌐 Organisation: Run by Pawsitive Action Leeds CIC – Making Assistance Dogs Accessible to All
A fortnightly emotional wellbeing drop-in group run by Family Focus North East for parents, carers, and children aged 10–13. No referral or diagnosis needed.
Event Details:
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Organisation: Family Focus North East
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Venue: Deckham Family Hub
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Start Date: Friday 28th August
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Frequency: Fortnightly (every two weeks)
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Age Group: Children aged 10–13 years along with their parents/carers
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Cost: Free
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Contact Email: familyfocus2026@gmail.com
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Supported by: The National Lottery Community Fund
About the Event
Calm Connections is an informal emotional wellbeing drop-in group run by Family Focus North East.
It provides a safe, welcoming space for parents, carers, and young people aged 10–13 who may be:
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Feeling anxious or overwhelmed
-
Experiencing low mood
-
Struggling with emotional regulation
Key Information:
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No referral is required
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No diagnosis is needed
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No pressure – just a safe space to connect and receive support
Get in Touch:
For any questions or more information, please email familyfocus2026@gmail.com.
The Active Lifestyles Group meets for two hours on a Friday afternoon for a two hour trip through some of Leeds’ finest parks.
This group is free.
Most weeks there are about 10 members joining us, with support workers where required.
Our trips are reasonably gentle. They last for the full two hours with short stops for rests when somebody needs one.
We aim for paths and grass, rather than scrambling up rocks.
We meet at a different venue each week. Examples of parks we visit are: Roundhay, Middleton and Golden Acre.
Absolutely FREE!
Every Friday
13:00 until 15:00
Meet at the location, which will change every week
People can join by contacting Al Mayes on 0113 2443729 or al.mayes@peopleinaction.org.uk
The Toby Henderson Trust is launching a new monthly parent group hosted by Speech and Language Therapist, Emily. This supportive session is focused on children and young people who are diagnosed autistic, or potentially autistic, and experience Selective Mutism (also known as Situational Mutism).
It’s a welcoming space to learn more about Selective Mutism, share practical strategies, and connect with families who truly understand the journey.
✨ Details:
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When: Starting Monday 21st September | 10:00am – 11:00am
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Where: Toby House, Bedlington, Northumberland, NE22 7AD
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Who it’s for: Parents and carers supporting children/young people with Selective Mutism
🎟️ To book your place:
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Email: admin@ttht.co.uk
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Phone: 0300 365 3055
Are you raising a child aged 0–10 with SEND or emerging needs? Come along to our monthly coffee morning in Shipley for helpful advice and a chance to meet other parents in a similar situation. Our Family Connectors use their own lived experience to provide a supportive environment and signposting to local services.
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When: 3rd Wednesday of each month.
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Time: 10:00am – 11:30am.
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Where: Kirkgate Community Centre, 39A Kirkgate, Shipley, BD18 3EH.
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Cost: Free to attend.
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Features: Free refreshments provided; children are welcome to come along.
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Requirements: You do not need a diagnosis or a formal pathway to attend.
Registration: Families can register on the day or via the link below to access additional 1:1 support and our peer WhatsApp group. Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=UNBN7Z7jDk6pmUCX-a-xZe1LCptBUiBNlPO4JzShuMFURjFWU0ZUNUJPTDMxTEs1TEhYSTRTRFFaQS4u&route=shorturl
A fortnightly emotional wellbeing drop-in group run by Family Focus North East for parents, carers, and children aged 10–13. No referral or diagnosis needed.
Event Details:
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Organisation: Family Focus North East
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Venue: Galafield Family Hub
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Start Date: Friday 4th September
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Frequency: Fortnightly (every two weeks)
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Age Group: Children aged 10–13 years along with their parents/carers
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Cost: Free
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Contact Email: familyfocus2026@gmail.com
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Supported by: The National Lottery Community Fund
About the Event
Calm Connections is an informal emotional wellbeing drop-in group run by Family Focus North East.
It provides a safe, welcoming space for parents, carers, and young people aged 10–13 who may be:
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Feeling anxious or overwhelmed
-
Experiencing low mood
-
Struggling with emotional regulation
Key Information:
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No referral is required
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No diagnosis is needed
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No pressure – just a safe space to connect and receive support
Get in Touch:
For any questions or more information, please email familyfocus2026@gmail.com.
The Active Lifestyles Group meets for two hours on a Friday afternoon for a two hour trip through some of Leeds’ finest parks.
This group is free.
Most weeks there are about 10 members joining us, with support workers where required.
Our trips are reasonably gentle. They last for the full two hours with short stops for rests when somebody needs one.
We aim for paths and grass, rather than scrambling up rocks.
We meet at a different venue each week. Examples of parks we visit are: Roundhay, Middleton and Golden Acre.
Absolutely FREE!
Every Friday
13:00 until 15:00
Meet at the location, which will change every week
People can join by contacting Al Mayes on 0113 2443729 or al.mayes@peopleinaction.org.uk
Smilers and Youth for ages 8-18 meets every other Saturday morning.
This week will be a Yoga session with Debs.
You can book onto the session here– there is the option to donate when booking but absolutely no pressure to do so.
Siblings are very welcome.
Bookings will close at 4pm on Friday and please remember to cancel your place if you can no longer attend. Enjoy!
Many of our regular families had raised concerns with us that once their young person turns 18, and although here at the Autism Hub we have our amazing partners – Autism in Mind (AIM) who offer support to autistic adults, many families have shared their worry that ultimately and technically the support for the family themselves stops.
Families have shared with us that they get so much from our services, especially our monthly peer support groups (Cuppa & Cakes) calling it their ‘safe space’. We pride ourselves on listening to feedback, adapting, and expanding where we can on our offer here at the Autism Hub.
With that in mind we are thrilled to share that we have expanded our monthly cuppa and cake groups to include a NEW monthly group for families with autistic young adults 18+
Booking is essential.
To book a place:
Call 0191 816 0550
Email autismhub@ttht.co.uk
Or book via our website ttht.co.uk/autism-hub-events/
**Please note this group is for parent/carers only not the young adult.
For support for autistic adults please follow the link to AIMs offer in South Tyneside https://autisminmind.com/aim-south-tyneside
A fortnightly emotional wellbeing drop-in group run by Family Focus North East for parents, carers, and children aged 10–13. No referral or diagnosis needed.
Event Details:
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Organisation: Family Focus North East
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Venue: Deckham Family Hub
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Start Date: Friday 28th August
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Frequency: Fortnightly (every two weeks)
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Age Group: Children aged 10–13 years along with their parents/carers
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Cost: Free
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Contact Email: familyfocus2026@gmail.com
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Supported by: The National Lottery Community Fund
About the Event
Calm Connections is an informal emotional wellbeing drop-in group run by Family Focus North East.
It provides a safe, welcoming space for parents, carers, and young people aged 10–13 who may be:
-
Feeling anxious or overwhelmed
-
Experiencing low mood
-
Struggling with emotional regulation
Key Information:
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No referral is required
-
No diagnosis is needed
-
No pressure – just a safe space to connect and receive support
Get in Touch:
For any questions or more information, please email familyfocus2026@gmail.com.
The Active Lifestyles Group meets for two hours on a Friday afternoon for a two hour trip through some of Leeds’ finest parks.
This group is free.
Most weeks there are about 10 members joining us, with support workers where required.
Our trips are reasonably gentle. They last for the full two hours with short stops for rests when somebody needs one.
We aim for paths and grass, rather than scrambling up rocks.
We meet at a different venue each week. Examples of parks we visit are: Roundhay, Middleton and Golden Acre.
Absolutely FREE!
Every Friday
13:00 until 15:00
Meet at the location, which will change every week
People can join by contacting Al Mayes on 0113 2443729 or al.mayes@peopleinaction.org.uk