Leeds Irish Health and Homes

20/06/2026

More wise words from one of our Cara group members for .

"Get out of your comfort zone...group outings like this, they make you feel part of a community." 💚

20/06/2026

This , we've been reminded of the warmth and openness of our community.

💚 We have some great talkers - and even better listeners.

💚 Our members make *everyone* feel welcome.

💚 We make a good cup of tea (even if we do say so ourselves).

If you're feeling lonely - or know someone who is - get in touch for a chat and see what we can do for you.

Contact us: 0113 262 5614 | [email protected]

20/06/2026

Huge congratulations to Alex who was named runner-up in the Irish in Britain volunteer awards! 🤩

You might remember Alex (and his red bag) from our Winter Warmer deliveries 🍽

Here's LIHH Services Manager Sarah McBride presenting him with his prize: a Galway crystal plaque and framed certificate 💚

19/06/2026

If we had one message this , it would be this: feeling lonely is NOTHING to be ashamed of.

If you sometimes feel like you're living life on the sidelines, our community member Evelyn has some advice 💚

19/06/2026

A reminder - we're recruiting!

🧐 We're looking for a Wellbeing Coordinator – Linking Leeds
💷 NJC Scale Point 12 (£28,598 pro rata)
⏰ 17.5 hours per week

Deadline - Friday 26 June
Information including how to apply: https://lihh.org/news/were-recruiting-wellbeing-coordinator-with-linking-leeds

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Wellbeing Coordinator – Linking Leeds NJC Scale Point 12 (£28,598 pro rata) 17.5 hours per week As a Wellbeing Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in Linking Leeds. You’ll support individuals to access non-medical support by completing holistic assessments, co-creating personal Wellbeing Plan...

18/06/2026

Members of the Cara group attend a monthly Celebration of Later Life monthly mass at the Immaculate Heart Church in Leeds.

After mass, we enjoy tea, sandwiches and cake in the Queen's Hall provided by the wonderful SVP group.

Join us on the last Thursday of the month at 12 noon - all welcome.

Contact Clare (07546 694 087) or Jamie (07783 248 981) for more information.

17/06/2026

We really enjoyed our monthly visit and lunch at Wykebeck Court Care Home (Bupa) - thank you for having us!

16/06/2026

"Nothing prepared me for the loneliness I felt after my husband passed away. I no longer felt happiness from anything. There wasn't a day that went by without tears; losing all confidence in going out, even just to the shop.

Then along came Jamie. Jamie started visiting me and we realised we had so many connections in common. His visit became the highlight of my week.

In a short time, Jamie had talked me into attending the Lunch Club. I remember feeling so nervous and was convinced it wouldn't be for me. But Jamie was by my side on my first visit. From that day, I've never looked back.

I will forever feel the loss of my husband: we had 60 wonderful married years. Grief is hard, but LIHH has given me so much joy back. The Lunch Club is the highlight of my week: nothing beats conversation and laughter. I am also a regular at Jamie's bingo outings and this week we're going to Scarborough for the day! I can't wait!"

16/06/2026

A pleasure to take part in the recent Dementia Friendly Leeds event at Pudsey Civic Hall.

We enjoyed...

💚 A fascinating talk about hearing loss and dementia from Dr Adele Goman from the University of Leeds
💚 A strength and balance taster session from Active Leeds for Health
💚 A harp and sound bath by Georgie Buchanan Music
💚 Fabulous dance performance from AscenDance

And the Kimberley biscuits went down very well!

A brilliant day of conversation and connection.