Verd de Gris short films for Children and Young People Part.2

Commissioned through the Emotional Health and Wellbeing Local Transformation Plan, Verd de Gris Arts have worked with film maker Geoff Brokate to produce 5 short films with children and young people in Calderdale. These films focus on a range of subjects including self-harm, sexuality and identity, and neurological disorders as well as the impact that … Continue reading Verd de Gris short films for Children and Young People Part.2

Virtual Collaborative Thinking Ahead Programme from MacMillan Cancer support

Thinking Ahead is a Health and Wellbeing Programme for patients living with incurable cancer, who may or may not be receiving treatment, as well as their family members. The course was devised in Harrogate in 2018 and has been delivered in Calderdale and Huddersfield and Leeds for the last 18 months. We are delighted to … Continue reading Virtual Collaborative Thinking Ahead Programme from MacMillan Cancer support

STEP project – Education, training & employment support for refugees

The Specialist Training and Employment Programme (STEP) is a project helping refugees access training, volunteering and paid employment opportunities. Horton Housing Association (through one if its subsidiaries Bradford Base) is one of eight partners across the UK working on STEP. Horton Housing delivers the project in Bradford, Craven, Kirklees, Calderdale and Wakefield and we are funded … Continue reading STEP project – Education, training & employment support for refugees

Active Calderdale February Walking Workshop – still time to join

During Lockdown #1, almost half of the people in Calderdale said that they were getting out for a walk more than usual, mainly to keep moving and help feel better mentally. This isn’t just trudging up big hills but it’s  a wander to the shop, round the park or just a few laps of the … Continue reading Active Calderdale February Walking Workshop – still time to join