Karl Witty

Fancy bumping into our friend and former colleague, Rich Warrington at today's NAVCA conference. Rich is now deputy CEO of NAVCA #NAVCAConference25

Adam Lent from the King's Fund talks about the need to re-instill compassion, humanity & love into our institutions. Adam sees a need to shift from 'to-ism to with-ism', working with people and communities rather doing to them. #NAVCAConference25

Parveen talking to members in the Asha group.

Thank you, Asha Neighbourhood Centre group, for having us. The service users' feedback was very valuable, and Parveen enjoyed chatting with the group.

If you have experienced challenges with your mental health or care for someone who does, tell us what you think of the NHS 111 mental health option.

#HospitalToCommunity discussion to be led by Kim Adams, Programme Director of #LocalCarePartnerships, @karlrwitty.bsky.social on #AnalogueToDigital - both touching on local examples, and the need to replicate, scale-up, accelerate. Collaboration is key @leedshcp.bsky.social

How are you feeling. Illustrations of people describing their worries and low mood.

@mindwellleeds.bsky.social has recently updated two of its most popular resources to reflect local service changes and help people in Leeds get the right mental health support:
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An image of a person laying in bed in a dark room on her phone and text that says "Used NHS 111 for mental health support? Tell us what you think and help make the service better" A phone says "CALL 111 select mental health option" Your healthwatch Leeds logo in the lower corner.

Have you used NHS 111 for mental health support? Tell us what you think!

In May 2024, the Leeds Mental Health Crisis Line switched to NHS 111. We’d love to hear about your experience if you've used the service. Your feedback helps improve services for everyone.
www.surveymonkey.com/r/NHS111CrisisSM

a poster asking for African men to help improve NHS health checks.

If you live in Burmantofts, Harehills or Richmond Hill, you are aged over 40 and a male member of the Black African community, you are invited to help improve NHS health checks. The NHS is holding an event on 16 April from 10am to 11:30am at one community centre, LS9 7SJ. Text 07355 674 627 to book.

A poster asking for people in Chapeltown area to help improve uptake and delivery of NHS health checks.

If you are aged between 40 and 60 and live in Chapeltown, you can help the NHS improve NHS health checks. They are holding an event on 23 April between 5:30pm and 7pm at Woodhouse Community Centre. Text 07541 690 227 to book. A £25 voucher is given to those who attend.

Beyond the admiration for the brilliant work of Third Sector and LCH staff in making Enhance such a success, big thanks to Emma Coupland for making one of these fabulous keyrings for each attendee.

'The crises that you've diverted & the spirits that you've lifted has been awesome... we couldn’t have got where we are without you.' Linda Glew (Leeds Older People Forum) & Emma Coupland (Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust) share thanks to the Third Sector delivery partners, LCH teams & many more

Today, I'm at the Enhance Programme's Celebration event at Tenants Hall in Middleton. Sam Prince, Executive Director for Operations at Leeds Community Healthcare NHS trust opens the event with thanks to all who have helped Enhance deliver the huge impact it has projects-and-campaigns/enhance-prog...

Amazing job Sarah! Your passion for this work shone through today, as did the appreciation & respect grantholders and system partners have for your expertise and support within the CMHT programme.

Very pleased to be at the Transforming Mental Health Grants Learning event today. An event to learn about, reflect upon and celebrate the highly impactful work of Third Sector grant holders within the Community Mental Health Transformation programme. More info here - bit.ly/golddustreport

The journey to safety: the struggles of LGBT+ asylum seekers and refugees This LGBT History Month, as we reflect on the theme of Activism and Social Change, it’s important to recognise the experiences of LGBT+ asylum seekers and refugees, and the work being done to create a...

"Imagine fleeing your home because of who you are and who you love, only to face even more hurdles when you finally reach safety."

www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-ment...

Asha is a fabulous organisation which has been serving the diverse communities of South Leeds for 40 years. Huge thanks to Alia Nessa (CEO of Asha) for giving me a tour of the Asha building and talking me through their holistic support to Women & Children in the area. More info here lnkd.in/edrmsKqW

Thanks @francjwood.bsky.social this promises to be a super useful session!

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*LCP Lunch & Learn: Exploring Public Health Data Tools* - 29th January, 12-1pm. This session will guide you through a range of tools to help your organisation make better use of public health data. Reserve your place here - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lcp-lunch-...

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We all want to feel like we belong, have a place within a community and be cherished for who we are ❤️

Another full packed People's Voices Partnership meeting today. Lots discussed including NHS equality systems, inclusive research and the role of the PVP as an Expert Advisory Group for the Leeds Health & Care System. Thanks to @healthwatchleeds.bsky.social for Chairing and VAL for hosting.

I really hope the handshake dies out soon. I bumped into an old workmate today, & he initiated a handshake, which I attempted to engage in. It was such a limp, awkward effort. I apologised in shame, but wasn't sure if it was me or him, who caused the horror show. I don't need this in 2025 😓

A really positive @forumcentral.bsky.social Joint Network meeting at Swarthmore Ed. Centre this afternoon. Loads discussed, including the Accessible Information Standard, Partnerships, Third Sector Workforce, and Allyship. Thanks to All who attended.

Community MMR Vaccination - Wednesday (Compton Centre) & Thursday (CATCH) - No Appointment Needed

A really positive LS25/26 Local Care Partnership meeting at Oulton Institute this afternoon, with some very practical conversations between colleagues in Primary Care and local & citywide Third Sector organisations.

@healthwatchleeds.bsky.social are attending the International Day of Disabled People Marketplace Event 3/12/24
This years theme is 'Advocating for Accessibility'
Its a free inclusive event for people living with disability alongside family members, young people, carers & PA's
#LeedsForAll
#IDODP2024

Have you been waiting for hospital treatment in Leeds since Jan 22?
@healthwatchleeds.bsky.social want to hear about your experience!
www.surveymonkey.com/r/WaitingExp...
Feedback will help us understand the impact of waiting times, Complete the survey by 17/12 / call 0113 8980035 for a phone survey

Leeds Green Activity Provider Network Green Activities for Health and Wellbeing in Leeds

I'm attending the Leeds Green Activity Provider (LGAP) Network meeting this morn. LGAP is an excellent example of 3rd Sector organisations with shared approaches, goals & values coming together to improve our offer to the people of Leeds, & making it easier for partners to engage with us lgap.co.uk

Next up at Leeds Poverty and Debt Forum, Louis from Money Buddies talks about the people they see in the city and how the organisation responds to people's needs.

Karen from Leeds North and West Foodbank talks about the different forms of poverty and the need to look at poverty in a joined up, whole family, all age way in order to meet the challenges.

Colleagues at todays Leeds Poverty and Debt Forum Conference talk about the crucial role the Third Sector plays in supporting children and families in poverty. Louise and Rebecca from GIPSIL talk about the AIM project www.leedsforlearning.co.uk/Article/161941