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Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. Meetings are held in Bradford, Bingley, Saltaire and Shipley

All Saints Landmark Centre hosts drop-in IT training and support free of charge, and a mentoring scheme to support people looking for work. Shine, our Saturday afternoons group for young people with additional needs is currently meeting online during the covid-19 pandemic. We also have community rooms available to rent.

Coronavirus Update from this group on 10th February 2021: "Alzheimer’s Society Bradford and District is continuing to offer services to people with dementia, carers, relatives and friends and communities across Bradford and District.

"Staff are working by phone to offer practical and emotional support on how dementia affects people, coping strategies such as managing changes in behaviour, support available from other services and a listening ear. We will take referrals and are also offering regular welfare calls throughout the Covid-19 crisis.

We offer information, practical ideas and support (not personal care) to people with a diagnosis of dementia and their carers.

Dementia Advisor service and Dementia Support Worker Service

Anyone diagnosed across the district should be referred by the Consultant to this service , staff will contact and provide a 1-1 service giving information on all aspects relating to dementia , future planning and services available. Staff will offer support and help as the condition progresses, from issues relating to the progression of the condition, accessing specialist help and talking through emotionally stressful situations. Anyone can refer into this service.

We also offer a number of virtual groups, such as singing for the brain, carers support group and Wellbeing Cafes. We also have a group specific to those early in their journey of dementia.

If you are affected by dementia in anyway or know people who may benefit from our service, please email bradford@alzheimers.org.uk or telephone 01274 586 008.

Dementia Friendly Communities

"Our Dementia Friendly Communities Coordinator is offering support on how to set up and maintain Dementia Friendly Communities during this period. We work with local communities and Businesses to support them to become more Dementia Friendly and advise on how to best support people within your communities. For Dementia friendly community information email ross.collard@alzheimers.org.uk"

We provide safe and secure accommodation and support for lone black, Asian and minority ethnic women fleeing any form of domestic abuse or forced marriage, FGM, as well as 24 hour telephone line support for anyone needing advice - call 08459 606011.

Advice & Info. Dementia and disability friendly.

Music and lunch provided for £3.00, Dementia Friendly

Annette Fox provides financial assistance to Ward 7 at Bradford Royal Infirmary and to patients suffering from serious blood disorders in the Bradford area.

We are a conduit for community engagement between the Armed Forces. Using our specially trained civilian and Armed Forces Personnel we deliver vocational and education-based programmes including citizenship and community cohesion events. Please contact us via email to enquire about any activities we deliver or you may like to become involved with.

The organisation is currently working across its local community providing high quality arts projects for older people, which improves health & wellbeing through dance exercise, social interaction and performance driven projects.

Our company teachers run a specialist strand for people with movement disorders to keep the mind and body active, increase confidence, aid mobility, balance, flexibility and encourage more independent and active lives. The activity is also designed to empower individuals to discover talents and raise aspirations for themselves and their local communities.

Our Bradford Dancing with Parkinson's class runs every Thursday (during school term times) 1.30-2.30 at Victoria Hall, Saltaire

Aspire-i offers people over 18, as well as 18 year-olds on Job Seekers Allowance, free information, advice and guidance on careers, training, employability support, CV and job search activities under the government's National Careers Service contract. Will also help people who are being placed on Job Seekers Allowance under benefits reform, and signpost to other relevant and organisations if necessary.

The Ukrainian Centre is a meeting place for Ukrainians and their families in Keighley and the surrounding area.
We hold a Health in Mind session fortnightly on Fridays from 12pm to 3pm. This session opens with a talk or seated exercise followed by a two-course home cooked meal, then massage or a range of therapies.
We are also host of the European Well Being Cafe at Central Hall, Keighley, which meets every four weeks. Please contact Irene for further details.
Room hire also available.
Please phone for details (evenings preferred).

Under the name Autism First, Specialist Autism Services offers a unique service specifically for adults with autism who have additional needs, such as a learning disability and/or other complex support requirements.
With a primary focus on an individual's autistic needs, we provide person-centred support through an autism-specific learning plan that addresses social, physical, sensory and behavioural needs, thereby promoting personal development. We aim to make a positive difference to the lives of the people we support and by using a range of autism-specific approaches tailored to meet an individual's needs and abilities. We can alleviate frustration and reduce anxieties that ultimately facilitate learning.