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Make a Difference: 大象传媒 Radio Leeds

Sharing help and information from organisations and individuals in your local area.

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  • About

    At a time when we鈥檙e being asked to work together, we will be sharing details of where you can find help and support from organisations and individuals in your area who are working hard to make things easier for you.

    If you are in a position to help and have something that you鈥檇 like us to share, get in touch:

    Email: radioleeds@bbc.co.uk and put "Make a Difference" into the subject title.

    Phone:听0800 389 33 33

  • Short stories

    If you're feeling creative, write a story of up to 750 words and send to leedsupforarts@bbc.co.uk - and it could end up on the radio.

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  • Make a Difference Awards 2023 - Finalists

    BRAVERY AWARD

    • Jane McKalroy
    • Ashley Lawson
    • Emily Land
    • Rebekah Ramsden and Luke Hartshorn

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    CARERS AWARD

    • Maureen Jones
    • Brenda Whitworth
    • Nusrat Ejhaz
    • Joshua Alexander Sturgeon

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    COMMUNITY GROUP AWARD

    • Kidz Klub
    • Memory Lane Cafe
    • Moonlight Trust
    • Homeless Street Angels

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    FUNDRAISER AWARD

    • Cody Hartley
    • Mike Bates
    • Lindsey Moore
    • Ali Waterworth

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    GREAT NEIGHBOUR AWARD

    • Sue Moore
    • Annie McCabe
    • Archie's Farm
    • Gaynor Clegg

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    GREEN AWARD

    • Toni Holmes - Siddal Community Cleanup
    • Karen Shackleton
    • Sustainable Arts in Leeds
    • Standedge Nature Reserve Team

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    THE TOGETHER AWARD

    • Surraya Bibi
    • Catherine Breadmore
    • Chris Kemp
    • Susan Pitter and the Jamaica Society Leeds

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    VOLUNTEER AWARD

    • Maggie Town
    • Wayne Cunningham
    • Rachel Brown
    • ZigZag / Lisa James

  • Useful contacts

    Bradford

    A dedicated service to provide help to the most vulnerable people has been set up by People Can 鈥� an initiative which is co-ordinated by Bradford Council and the Voluntary and Community Sector. If you don鈥檛 have anyone or any organisation that you can ask for help, please call the Bradford Council Contact Centre on 01274 431000.

    If you live in the Bradford District and you鈥檙e deaf or hearing impaired contact听07790 347389 for text and BSL options.

    Calderdale

    If you or someone you know needs extra support during this difficult time, complete . Calderdale Council will contact you to discuss how it can help.

    People in Calderdale听now have access to a mental health helpline 24 hours a day, seven days a week.听The new confidential helpline offers support and guidance to anyone registered with a GP practice in Calderdale by calling free on 0800 183 0558.

    Kirklees

    The council has an to fill-in, if you need help.听If you are under 18, do not fill in the form. Instead, contact Kirlees Council鈥檚 children鈥檚 line on 01484 456 848.
    If you need to go to the toilet or need help washing and dressing (or your carer can鈥檛 continue working) call Gateway to Care on 01484 414 933 (Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-4.45pm).

    Leeds

    A citywide helpline is available, matching people with support. If you need any help to get food or medication delivered then please call the Leeds City Council helpline on 0113 378 1877.听This number will be staffed seven days a week during standard office hours. You may also call and leave a voicemail at any time.

    Wakefield

    You can contact your local Community Hub for assistance - to find yours.
    If you're not sure which Community Hub to contact, the council has also set up a dedicated helpline for anyone who is alone and needs help with essentials like shopping and medication.听Call 0345 8 506 506 between 9am 鈥� 5pm, Monday to Friday. Choose option 3 to make a request for support.

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