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Leeds Older People's Forum
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Leeds Older People’s Forum exists to promote the wellbeing of older people in the city of Leeds. We’re a network of third-sector organisations working to ensure older people have the opportunities, freedom and support to live the life they want.
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IDOP 2025 Grants Now Open! 🎉

We’re inviting community groups across Leeds to apply for funding to celebrate the International Day of Older People this year.

Find out more information and download our grants pack on the LOPF website: www.opforum.org.uk/2025/07/28/i...

#IDOPLeeds
July 28, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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We warmly welcome today’s announcement from the Government to revive the Pensions Commission.

Read our full statement on our website: www.opforum.org.uk/2025/07/21/g...
July 21, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Our Older People's Hub is back on Monday, 23 June at Age UK Leeds!

We have speakers joining us for:

- Public Health
- Age Friendly Hospitals
- Leeds Local Plan (Housing)

Come and share your views and feedback directly with local leaders.

Stay for a social light lunch after the event! 🍰
June 19, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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📢 There’s still time to sign up!

Join the IDOP funding webinar on Tuesday 24 June to find out how your organisation can get involved in this year’s International Day of Older People.

It’s online and open to all local community groups — don’t miss it!

#AgeFriendlyLeeds #IDOP2025 #CommunityGrants
Flyer for the “International Day of Older People’s Funding Webinar” hosted by Age Friendly Leeds. The webinar takes place on Tuesday 24 June at 2 PM and will be held online. The flyer includes icons for a calendar, clock, and location, and a QR code for registration. The webinar aims to fund four partnerships of local community organisations across the East, West, North, and South of Leeds to host celebrations for the International Day of Older People. The theme is “The part we play”, focusing on celebrating the integral role of older people in communities. The webinar will explain how the funding will work and offer an opportunity to connect with other groups and potential partners across the city. The flyer includes an illustration of a figure above a globe, symbolising global celebration and inclusion.
June 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Don’t forget to join the IDOP Funding Webinar on Tuesday, 24 June!

Age Friendly Leeds is looking to fund 4 community partnerships across Leeds to host this year’s International Day of Older People celebrations.

Register now: bit.ly/4dPlcDh

#IDOP2025 #AgeFriendlyLeeds #ThePartWePlay
Flyer for the “International Day of Older People’s Funding Webinar” hosted by Age Friendly Leeds. The webinar takes place on Tuesday 24 June at 2 PM and will be held online. The flyer includes icons for a calendar, clock, and location, and a QR code for registration. The webinar aims to fund four partnerships of local community organisations across the East, West, North, and South of Leeds to host celebrations for the International Day of Older People. The theme is “The part we play”, focusing on celebrating the integral role of older people in communities. The webinar will explain how the funding will work and offer an opportunity to connect with other groups and potential partners across the city. The flyer includes an illustration of a figure above a globe, symbolising global celebration and inclusion.
June 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Age Friendly Leeds is looking to fund four community partnerships to lead celebrations in East, West, North & South Leeds for this year’s International Day of Older People.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register or visit bit.ly/4dPlcDh

#IDOP2025 #AgeFriendlyLeeds #ThePartWePlay
Flyer for the “International Day of Older People’s Funding Webinar” hosted by Age Friendly Leeds. The webinar takes place on Tuesday 24 June at 2 PM and will be held online. The flyer includes icons for a calendar, clock, and location, and a QR code for registration. The webinar aims to fund four partnerships of local community organisations across the East, West, North, and South of Leeds to host celebrations for the International Day of Older People. The theme is “The part we play”, focusing on celebrating the integral role of older people in communities. The webinar will explain how the funding will work and offer an opportunity to connect with other groups and potential partners across the city. The flyer includes an illustration of a figure above a globe, symbolising global celebration and inclusion.
June 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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📢 Save the Date!

Our Older People's Hub is back on Monday, 23 June at @Age UK Leeds!

We'll be sharing more information soon about the theme and special guests — but mark your calendars now!

Stay for a social light lunch after the event! 🍰

#OlderPeoplesHub #HaveYourSay #CommunityVoices
Image shows save the date for the Older People's Hub. Details are Monday 23 June 10.30 am - 1 pm at Age UK Leeds, Bradbury Building, LS2 8JA
June 5, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Our lovely host @andrewedwardsleeds.bsky.social at the Dementia Friendly Leeds event Pudsey Civic Hall. The party is still in full swing with the Decades Disco about to start, come join us!
June 4, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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📢 Free Headingley Stadium Tour as part of the Northern Man Festival next week!

Wednesday 11 June
10.30 am start at the Original Oak, Headingley LS6 2DG

Call Tracy on 07542076237 or email [email protected]
June 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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You're invited to the Age Without Limits Celebration Event! 🎉

Wednesday 11 June 2025
11 am – 2 pm
Leeds City Museum, Broderick Hall, Millennium Square, LS2 8BH

Free 2026 calendar copies available at the event!

Free event | All welcome | Fully accessible venue
Flyer for the "Age Without Limits Celebration Event" on Wednesday 11th of June from 11am to 2pm at Leeds City Museum, Broderick Hall, Millennium Square, Leeds LS2 8BH. The event is hosted by the All Age Activists and celebrates Age Without Limits Day with the launch of the Ageing Well in Leeds 2026 Calendar. Activities include an opening address by Roger Harington of the Leeds Older People’s Forum, a screening of “Unseen” by Pishdaad Modarassi, a ukulele performance by Crossgates Good Neighbours, an interactive singing session by the Performance Ensemble, and a marketplace of age-friendly stalls. Free copies of the 2026 calendar will be given out. The event is free, open to all, and held in an accessible venue. Logos of Leeds Older People's Forum, Age Friendly Leeds, and Age Without Limits appear at the bottom.
June 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Dementia Friendly Leeds Creative Showcase
Wednesday 4 June
11 am - 2.30 pm

Performances, talks, Dementia Friendly stalls and a Decades Disco! 🕺

Plus, the first 100 people through the door will receive a free goody bag sponsored by Ghyll Royd Care Homes!
May 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Thank you to Chevin Medical Practice for having us along to talk about the Travel with Confidence project in their team meeting today. We are looking forward to working closely together to support the people of Otley.

www.opforum.org.uk/projects-and...

#TravelWithConfidence #TravelBuddies #Otley
May 15, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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If you’re planning an event or hosting a regular Dementia Friendly cafe, activity, or session during 19-25 May, please send details to [email protected] so we can add your event to our city-wide listing and promote it.
April 28, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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Camera Connections 📸

Tuesday 22 April 10 - 4
Wednesday 23 April 10 - 4
Thursday 24 April 10 - 4
Friday 25 April 10 - 4

Venue 50, Barkston House, Croydon Street, Leeds, LS11 9RT
Text in post except: You can just turn up or for more details contact Cath - cath.skippko@gmail.com / 0113 2345355
April 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Age Without Limits is the @ageingbetter.bsky.social campaign to challenge ageism for the benefit of us all as we grow older.

Wednesday 11 June - Celebrate Ageing. Challenge Ageism.

Find resources on their website: www.agewithoutlimits.org/day
April 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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We still have spaces available for our final Learning & Development Session next Tuesday. With a focus on assessing your strengths, this session will help to build confidence, resilience and improve wellbeing.

Date: 8 April
Time: 12.30 pm - 1.30 pm
Location: Online

Email [email protected]
April 4, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Groups are sharing their reflections and celebrations from the past 3 years of #Enhance

"Enhance participants are now active members of our wider services and have ongoing involvement in the community."
April 3, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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Linda Glew, the Enhance Project Manager, has expressed huge thankyou's to all delivery partners across the three years of the #Enhance programme.

"The crises you've averted and the spirits that you've lifted... You have all without exception made a difference to people's lives."
April 3, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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Today is the celebration event for #Enhance, celebrating 3 years of partnership between LCH, LOPF, LCC and 13 third sector organisations which provide tailored in-home and community support to improve the health, wellbeing and independence of older people.
April 3, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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LOPF's Travel with Confidence project and Try The Train came together yesterday to deliver a session for a group of older adults. They travelled from Crossgates Station to Selby to visit the Abbey.

Some hadn’t been on a train for 20 years and it was Arlo (the daschunds) first train journey! 🐶
April 2, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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Research workshops - New dates available!

- Share your experiences
- Help shape better opportunities
- Get a £25 shopping voucher per session (+ travel costs covered & a light lunch for in-person events)

Spaces are limited—book now! Email [email protected]
March 29, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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The BBC is launching a special season to help spark conversations between people living with dementia and their loved ones.

From curated collections on iPlayer to special features on EastEnders, The One Show, and BBC Radio, there’s something for everyone.

Find out more: bbc.co.uk/memoriesandd...
March 26, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Only 3 days left to apply for our Enhance Project Manager role!

If you enjoy partnership working and care about community health prevention, please take a look at this role on our website: www.opforum.org.uk/get-involved...

Closing date: 12 pm, 27 March 2025
March 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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The Neighbourhood Networks in Leeds support older people by offering activities that reduce loneliness and improve wellbeing.

A friendly chat over tea or a community event, these organisations are making a real difference.

Read more in the @ageingbetter.bsky.social handbook: bit.ly/43nS0QC
March 12, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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💜 This #InternationalWomensDay, meet Jan, Amita, and Susan—three incredible women continuing to drive change. From fighting for pension equality to empowering others with digital skills, their stories inspire us all.

📖 Read about their stories: bit.ly/41N6mc0
March 8, 2025 at 9:20 AM