Community Support
The services listed in this section are based in the community, they may be NHS or voluntary and community sector services. The support available can range from workshops, courses, drop-in sessions, to 1 to 1 support and personal plan development.
The services may be open access; you can self-refer into them or need a referral from your GP.
You will find more information around the support offer, waiting times, how to access the service etc in each organisation / service profile.
What support are you looking for?
Leeds Mind
Leeds Mind Suicide Bereavement Services offers compassionate support for people bereaved or affected by suicide, delivered by staff who understand because they have been there. The service offers a safe space […]
Appletree Community Garden – Agbrigg
A free community garden for people of all ages.
The Art House
The Art House offers creative activities to help improve mental health and wellbeing.You can try different types of art, such as painting, drawing, photography, printmaking and pottery. You can also […]
West Yorkshire Rape Crisis Partnership (WYRCP)
West Yorkshire Rape Crisis Partnership (WYRCP) offers support to people who have experienced rape or other serious sexual violence. Our Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVAs) offer advice, support and help […]
Spectrum People
Spectrum People offers free activities and support across Wakefield. Please view our page and website for more information.
Heavy Metal Therapy Peer Support Groups
Heavy Metal Therapy offers online information about heavy metal music and mental health. There are also peer support groups where you can meet other people who enjoy heavy metal music […]
RASAC
Kirklees, Calderdale and Wakefield Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre (RASAC) is a charity that supports people who have experienced: RASAC offers emotional support, therapy and help with reporting experiences to […]
AgeUK Wraparound
Wraparound is a low-level mental health support offer for older people in the Wakefield district. We provide short-term help for those who may be struggling with low mood, anxiety and […]
Wakefield Recovery and Wellbeing College
The Wakefield Recovery and Wellbeing College offers free courses and workshops to help people improve their mental health, physical wellbeing and confidence. Sessions are welcoming, inclusive and delivered by professionals […]
