MindWell-Leeds

05/06/2026

Our newest MindWell quarterly bulletin has just been released — read it now:
https://bit.ly/MindWellnewsletter-Jun26-general for Leeds mental health news, updates, events, awareness dates, MindWell news and much more.

Don’t miss future editions — subscribe here: http://eepurl.com/gYUzyf

04/06/2026

Join Dementia Friendly Leeds tomorrow (5 June) at Pudsey Civic Hall for a marketplace of 40+ stalls, performances and taster sessions. All free, drop in between 10.30am and 1.30pm.

Join us for the Dementia Friendly Leeds Event 2026

We’re bringing together the community for a day packed with activities, information, entertainment, and support for people living with dementia, their families, friends, and carers.

Friday, 5 June
10.30 am - 1.30 pm
Pudsey Civic Hall, Dawson's Corner, Pudsey LS28 5TA

What’s happening:
- Performance by Duncan from Channel 4’s The Piano
- Sporting Memories taster session
- Marketplace of 40+ dementia friendly stalls
- Talk on Hearing Loss & Dementia by Dr Adele Goman (University of Leeds)
- Strength & Balance taster session with Active Leeds for Health
- Harp & Sound Bath by Georgie Buchanan Music
- Dance performance by AscenDance

🎁 FREE Dementia Friendly Leeds bags for the first 100 attendees
🚗 FREE car parking

Hosted by Andrew Edwards

Come along to connect, learn, and celebrate a more dementia friendly Leeds 💙

02/06/2026

It's — we love seeing Leeds organisations thanking volunteers and highlighting the difference they make. Well done to everyone who gives their time in Leeds! Learn how volunteering can benefit you and your community and find local opportunities: https://bit.ly/Mindwell-volunteer-help-others

14/05/2026

If you care about workplace wellbeing, listen up!

It's the Leeds Mindful Employer Network Conference on Wednesday 20 May (9am–4:30pm), and there are still spaces available 💚

MindWell will be there sharing information about mental health support in Leeds, along with resources for workplaces and staff, like our MindWell at Work Guide for Leeds Employers: www.mindwell-leeds.org.uk/professionals/mindwell-at-work-a-guide-for-leeds-employers/

This year’s conference theme is 'Workplace Wellbeing Through Uncertainty, Instability and Change', with a focus on the real challenges employers are facing and the practical ways workplaces can support mental health.

It’s a free, full-day event bringing together employers, leaders and practitioners from across Leeds.

You can check out all of this year's amazing speakers on the Leeds Mind website: www.leedsmind.org.uk/help-for-employers/mindful-employer-leeds/conference-2026/

🎟️ Book your free place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leeds-mindful-employer-network-free-conference-2026-tickets-1982897655265

More about the network: www.leedsmind.org.uk/help-for-employers/mindful-employer-leeds/

12/05/2026

Really excited to see this launch in Leeds 💙💚💛

Challenging stigma is such an important part of helping people feel able to talk about mental health and seek support.

Please do give them a follow and keep an eye out for ways to get involved.

This , we are so excited to launch our new brand Changing the Narrative, the new home of challenging mental health stigma in Leeds!

We are a city-wide partnership, led by Touchstone and the Leeds Public Mental Health team, and we are working together, with the people of Leeds, to change the narrative around mental health and encourage positive conversations across our communities, workplaces and health care settings.

Our new logo, name, and branding have been co-designed with people from local communities and workplaces across the city, shaped by the voices and journeys of people with lived experience. It is built on the core values of inclusivity, connection, collaboration and hope – and these are the things we want to build and share across our wonderful city!

Stay tuned to learn how you can find out more and get involved.

11/05/2026

It's Mental Health Awareness Week (11–17 May 2026) 💚💜

This year’s theme is Take Action, focusing on the small steps we can all take to support our own mental health and the wellbeing of those around us.

Taking action might look like:
✨ reaching out to someone you trust
✨ finding information about support available
✨ trying small self-care ideas that work for you

MindWell Leeds has information on its website about self-care, supporting others, and how to find mental health support in Leeds whenever you need it.

www.mindwell-leeds.org.uk

For more information about the national campaign, visit Mental Health Foundation.

07/05/2026

We’re running another session in our free online training webinar series 💻💜

Using MindWell to Support Others is a short, practical session for anyone in a support, signposting or community role across Leeds.

We’ll help you feel more confident using the MindWell website to find and share trusted mental health and wellbeing information.

📅 Wednesday 13 May
⏰ 11.30am to 12.20pm
📍 Online via Zoom

In the session we’ll cover:
✨ Finding local mental health support in Leeds
✨ Navigating the website step-by-step
✨ Tips for quickly accessing key information
✨ How MindWell can support conversations with others

The session is informal, practical, and includes time for questions and discussion.

📅 Book your place via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/mindwell-51147613483

We’d love for you to join us!

05/05/2026

This week is Deaf Awareness Week (4–10 May 2026) 💚💜

It’s a chance to recognise the experiences of deaf people and people with hearing loss, and to think about the everyday barriers that can exist — from communication challenges to accessing support and services.

MindWell has refreshed our page focused on mental health support for deaf people, bringing together useful information and signposting in one place.

🔗 https://www.mindwell-leeds.org.uk/mental-health-support-for-deaf-people/

This page may be helpful for deaf people, people with hearing loss, and anyone supporting others.

Small steps in understanding and communication can help make services more inclusive for everyone.

Find accessible mental health support in Leeds if you are Deaf, deaf, or Deafblind, including BSL-friendly services, crisis help, GP support options and local organisations offering community and wellbeing support.

01/05/2026

Bank holidays can give some people a bit of extra time or breathing space – but they can also bring pressure to be doing something “fun” or social. For some people, that might not feel right, or might not be possible.

Whatever your plans (or lack of plans) this weekend, you’re allowed to prioritise what feels good for you.

If you need support over the Bank Holiday, MindWell can help you find local and national services, all in one place.

➡️ Start here: https://www.mindwell-leeds.org.uk/finding-support/
➡️ Browse our Mental Health & Wellbeing Directory: https://www.mindwell-leeds.org.uk/services-directory/

You don’t have to face difficult feelings alone.

21/04/2026

Feeling low? Struggling to cope?

You’re not alone – support is available.

You can now text BRIGHT to 85258 to get free, confidential mental health support, 24/7.

You’ll be connected to a trained volunteer from Shout who will listen and support you, at your own pace.

💬 No need to talk on the phone
💬 Available day or night
💬 Anonymous and won’t show on your phone bill

If things feel overwhelming, reaching out can really help.

Find out more: https://www.mindwell-leeds.org.uk/services-directory/shout-text-support-text-bright-to-85258/