Welcoming older people in Leeds

Healthier, happier and more connected lives.

At Hamwattan Centre, we believe everyone deserves to feel connected, supported and valued. We work with older people from diverse communities, creating opportunities to improve health, wellbeing and independence through welcoming, inclusive activities.

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Henry Barran Centre, Amberton Grove, Leeds, LS8 3JL

Friends spending time together in the community

At a glance

What makes Hamwattan special

Multilingual & multicultural

A community organisation shaped by the people it supports.

Inclusive

A welcoming space where everyone is valued and respected.

Community-led

Guided by a diverse board of trustees.

Dedicated

Supported by committed staff and volunteers.

What we offer

Support for your wellbeing and independence

Health & wellbeing

•Chair-based exercise
•Massage therapy
•Strength & balance
•Walking groups

Lunch club

•Fresh hot meals
•Tea & coffee
•Friendly conversations
•Community support

Activities

•Arts & crafts
•Gardening
•Games
•Mental wellbeing
•Special events

Digital support

•Digital skills
•Tablets
•NHS App support
•Online services

What’s on

Regular activities

These sessions and times are taken from our current activities flyer. Please contact us before your first visit in case anything has changed.

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Monday

Women’s massage therapy
10:30am–11:30am
Gardening group
10:30am–12:00pm
Mental wellbeing session
10:30am–11:30am
Lunch club
12:15pm–1:00pm

Tuesday

Men’s massage therapy
10:30am–12:00pm
Chair-based exercise
11:15am–11:45am
Lunch club
12:15pm–1:00pm

Wednesday

Women’s massage therapy
10:30am–11:30am
Men’s massage therapy
10:30am–12:00pm
Knitting group
10:30am–11:30am
Arabic language class
11:00am–12:00pm
Lunch club
12:15pm–1:00pm
Walking group
12:30pm–1:30pm

There’s a place for you here

Whether you want to join an activity, volunteer your time or work with us as a partner, we’d love to welcome you.