Community Mental Health Transformation Update
Citywide roll-out from February 2025 This is an update from the Community Mental Health Transformation Programme Team shared on 4 October 2024. Â Community mental health care and support in Leeds is changing, with all [...]
Welcome: Afrikindness, Unmasked Neurodiversity Network, The Heritage Cooking Company, Helping Hands
Forum Central extends a warm welcome to our newest members. Please reach out to us or to them if you would like to connect. Afrikindness Afrikindness is dedicated to promoting kindness, fostering positive racial identity, [...]
PHRC Want to know more about… Webinars
Leeds Public Health Resource Centre run webinars to help us all 'know more about' a range of health and wellbeing topics. The aim is to raise awareness and spread trusted, accurate and up-to-date information about [...]
Survey: Assisted Travel to Medical Appointments
Non-Emergency Patient Transportation Services (NEPTS) Engagement now open, closes 13 October 2024. NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board would like to know how people travel to medical appointments, and if they know about different support [...]
New Unpaid Carers Digital Resource
The Digital Resource for Carers service is provided by Carers UK in partnership with the NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, Bradford Council, Calderdale Council, Kirklees Council, Leeds City Council and Wakefield Council. Having the [...]
Leeds Marmot City Report Published
Fairer, Healthier Leeds: Reducing Health Inequalities. Forum Central is delighted to share the Fairer, Healthier Leeds: Reducing Health Inequalities report (pdf 2.3MB), which has now been published by the Institute of Health Equity (IHE). This [...]
Leeds Safeguarding Adults Annual Report 2024
Forum Central would like to highlight the work of the Leeds Safeguarding Adults Board (LSAB) and their annual report. LSAB are an independent statutory body dedicated to protecting and supporting adults with care and support [...]
National UK Covid-19 Inquiry seeks children and young people’s views
National UK Covid-19 Inquiry investigates the impact of the pandemic on children and young people from the 'most impacted and underserved groups'. Forum Central been approached by an independent market research company carrying out research [...]
Forum Central Anti-racism Message, Statements and Support
Forum Central amplifies the Leeds message of unity, anti-racism and support for one another. This news post collates resources, links to support and statements shared by the third sector, health and statutory partners. Racism, hate [...]
Leeds Child Bereavement Service Contract End Consultation
This consultation regarding early end to the Leeds child bereavement service contract is open until Friday 6th September 2024. As part of their efforts to meet the current financial challenge, Leeds City Council are looking [...]
How creative and cultural activities can support health priorities
Creative and cultural activities, such as art, music, theatre, and dance, have long been recognised for their potential to enhance well-being and health. These activities provide more than just entertainment—they play a vital role in [...]
Battle Scars New Onward Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub
This fantastic new hub offers a wide range of face-to-face services, including peer support groups (with a separate group for over 50s), activity sessions, support for parents, training, and events. They are also offering space [...]
New interactive health data tools for Leeds using Power BI
Leeds City Council and the NHS use data to help inform decision making. The Leeds Public Health Intelligence team have kindly collated information into two interactive tools designed for wide use. These tools may be [...]
10 September | Strengthening the Safety Net
Strengthening the Safety Net: The Vital Role of Employers in Suicide Prevention and Postvention Date: Tuesday 10 September Time: 1 pm - 4 pm Location: Hippo Digital, Aireside House, 24-26 Aire Street, Leeds LS1 4HT [...]
Scope’s New Leeds Community Hub
The Scope Community Hub in Leeds provides a welcoming and inclusive space for disabled individuals and their families. Located at 3 Brewery Wharf, Dock Street, LS10 1JF, the hub aims to connect like-minded people and [...]