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October 22, 2026

My First Older People’s Hub (it could be yours too)

For anyone who hasn’t come across them before, the council has several hubs that encourage different equality groups to meet and work together to tell the council…
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October 16, 2026

Carers Leeds Webchat Service

Carers Leeds is a local charity providing free information, advice and support to unpaid carers across Leeds. We support people who look after a family member, friend…
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September 14, 2026

Winter Flu and Covid Vaccines

Flu and COVID-19 spread more easily during winter when people spend more time indoors together. Both viruses can have a serious impact on older people, particularly those…
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September 1, 2026

Travel with Confidence: Rebuilding Independence One Journey at a Time

For many of us, catching a bus, walking to a familiar place or planning a day out is something we take for granted. But after a life-changing…
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July 24, 2026

300 Leeds Businesses Commit to Becoming Age and Dementia Friendly

This milestone marks the city’s growing commitment to creating inclusive and supportive environments for older people and those living with dementia, making Leeds a national leader in…
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June 9, 2026

Job Vacancy: Deputy Chief Executive Officer

We are recruiting – Join our team as a Deputy CEO! Salary: (SCP 35 – 38) £46,142 – 49,282 FTE (we expect applicants to start at SCP…
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May 21, 2026

Job Vacancy: Team Admin Coordinator

We are recruiting! Join our team as a Team Admin Coordinator! Overview of the role This recruitment process covers two posts: This role is jointly recruited by…
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April 16, 2026

Dementia Action Week: A blog from Full Circle Funerals

Ruth Owen from Full Circle Funerals, one of our Age and Dementia Friendly Businesses, has captured some reflections on Dementia Action Week and what it means to…
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April 16, 2026

Covid-19 Spring Booster Programme open now!

The COVID‑19 spring booster programme will run from 13 April to 30 June 2026, eligible cohorts include: Vaccination helps protect those most at risk and reduces pressure on health services. We encourage…
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Jo Volpe, CEO for Leeds Older People's Forum (LOPF) accepts the LOPF Partner of the Year Award from Caroline Baria, Director of Adults & Health.
March 11, 2026

LOPF named Partner of the Year in the Adults and Health Directorate for Leeds City Council

Leeds Older People’s Forum (LOPF) is proud to announce that we have been awarded Partner of the Year in the Adults and Health Directorate for Leeds City…
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February 27, 2026

Job Vacancy: Team Admin Coordinator

We are recruiting! Join our team as a Team Admin Coordinator! Overview of the role This recruitment process covers two posts: Jointly recruited roles delivered in partnership…
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February 12, 2026

From Electronic Frailty to INCLUDE

The recent NIHR ARC Yorkshire & Humber blog, “From Electronic Frailty to INCLUDE”, written by David Smith (Trustee at Cross Gates Good Neighbours), speaks directly to two…
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