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An exciting service for carers in Kirklees. We offer information, advice and support, groupwork, training, advocacy and peer support for carers.

An exciting new service for carers in Kirklees.

02/11/2026

It's a new month! We've got lots of groups and activities to kick off November, including:

☕ Coffee and chats this evening and on Thursday
💚 Peer support groups for male carers and for women experiencing mental ill-health
🖥️ Digital support and advice on Wednesday
🎨 Our Huddersfield Art Group on Wednesday followed by scrap journaling on Thursday
👉 And lots more!

Take a look at the image for all the details, or visit our website's What's On page: https://f.mtr.cool/mecsvz2b4n

30/10/2026

West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board’s Unpaid Carers Programme has launched Share2Care - WYICB, a free app to support carers across West Yorkshire.

Developed in partnership with Care Networx and co-designed with carers, the app provides a simple, secure way for you to:

👉 Store important information in one place
👉 Share information with key people
👉 Coordinate your caring role more effectively
👉 Create a digital contingency plan that can be securely uploaded to your NHS record

You can access Share2Care using your NHS App login. Learn more by scanning the QR code below or visiting: https://f.mtr.cool/q3w5kxo4ss

26/10/2026

We have a busy week to close out October! 🍂

Today we have our one-to-one support sessions at Folly Hall - contact us on 0300 012 0231 to book a slot with one of our mental health support workers.

We have digital drop-ins tomorrow and on Wednesday where you can get your digital queries answered, as well as tai chi, meditation, scrap journalling, and more!

Take a look at the image for everything we have on this week - we'd love to see you there 💚

20/10/2026

Would you like to gain confidence in making your voice heard? Join a friendly six-week self-advocacy course delivered by Cloverleaf Advocacy!

📆 Thursdays - 22nd October-26th November
🕛 10.30-12.30
📍 Shelley Village Hall, Huddersfield, Shelley, HD8 8HE

20/10/2026

✨ Introducing Spark Corner HD8!

Looking to meet new people, build confidence, learn new skills or try something different?

Spark Corner HD8 brings together local organisations to offer FREE activities, wellbeing support, creative projects and opportunities for people aged 18–30(ish) across Denby Dale, Skelmanthorpe and Shelley.

It’s a chance to:
↪️ Meet new people
↪️ Discover activities and projects
↪️ Find out about local support
↪️ Explore volunteering and employability opportunities

This is brought to you by the Working Together Better Partnership Cloverleaf Advocacy, Waythrough Kirklees, hoot creative arts, WomenCentre Kirklees, Women's Mental Health & Wellbeing - Creative Arts, S2R Create Space

To find out more about the Working Together Better Partnership visit: https://f.mtr.cool/hl0993yzmw

19/10/2026

This week we are joining with Good Things Foundation and other charities and organisations nationwide for Get Online Week.

If you're a carer and you're not comfortable and confident online, we're here to help you with data, with devices, and with improving your skills. We have a free drop in service running in Huddersfield and Dewsbury this week, or we can give you a call to discuss your needs.

Full details are on our website here: https://f.mtr.cool/ctgfba1lzr

For more information call 0300 012 0231.

19/10/2026

✨ We have a busy week ahead!

Join us at this morning's Coffee and Chat in Batley for Community Safety Advice, come by one of our Digital Drop In sessions for help getting on top of digital tasks, learn about Powers of Attorney with our presentation this Thursday - and much more!

Take a look at the image for everything going on, or visit our website: https://f.mtr.cool/28wnsh12wa

16/10/2026

Do you care for someone living with dementia? Come by our Connect Session on 4th November to:

👉 Speak with professionals who can support you and the person you care for
👉 Visit the Centre for Excellence at Knowl Park House and explore assistive technology
👉 Connect with other carers

To book your spot, please contact Noel Whitaker on:
☎️ 07976194172
📩 [email protected]

Cloverleaf Advocacy, Alzheimer's Society, Gwennie's Getaways, Kirklees, Kirklees Dementia Hub, Dementia UK

15/10/2026

14/10/2026

Kirklees Council want to hear from carers about their experiences of day care services!

Fill out this quick survey to help them understand what's working well, what could be improved, and what's most important for the future.

Scan the QR code below, or click here:
https://f.mtr.cool/bsgsc1dpts

Address

Brian Jackson House, 2 New North Parade, Huddersfield HD1 5JP
Huddersfield
HD12JN

Telephone

+443000120231

Website

http://www.carerscount.org.uk/

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