Monday
- 10:30 – 11:30Women's massage therapy
- 10:30 – 12:00Gardening group
- 10:30 – 11:30Mental wellbeing session
- 12:15 – 13:00Lunch club
Leeds-based charity · No. 1220063
A place for our community to connect, learn & thrive
From hot meals and wellbeing sessions to digital skills, advice and support for families facing hardship, we help people of all ages across Leeds live healthier, happier and more connected lives.
- hot meals served every year
- 4,200+
- years serving our community
- 18
- free & low-cost sessions a week
- 16
- partners
- 25+
What we do
Support that feels like home
Culturally familiar, welcoming services that help people stay well, independent and connected to their community.
Lunch club
A hot, freshly cooked meal, tea and good company — three days a week, for anyone who would otherwise eat alone.
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Health & wellbeing
Gentle, regular activity that helps people stay strong, steady on their feet and independent for longer.
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Activities & friendship
Creative, social and calming sessions that bring people together and help tackle loneliness.
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Digital support
Patient, one-to-one help to get online with confidence — in English or your own language.
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Learning
Classes and talks that keep minds active and open new doors, whatever your age.
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Advice & hardship support
Friendly guidance for people facing money worries or struggling to find the right help.
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خوش آمدیدEveryone is welcome
Who we are
Rooted in community, run by community
HRDF grew out of Hamwattan Centre, which has served east Leeds since 2008. We exist to relieve hardship, protect health and make sure everyone in our community has somewhere to belong.
- Multilingual & multicultural Support from people who understand your culture and speak your language.
- Inclusive Everyone is valued, listened to and treated with dignity.
- Community-led Guided by local trustees and powered by dedicated volunteers.
This week
Pop in — there's always something on
Times and activities may vary, especially during holidays and Ramadan — please call for the latest programme.
Your gift in action
Small gifts, real change
Whatever you can give goes straight into meals, activities and support for local people.
A hot meal
£5 could provide a hot lunch and a cup of tea for one person.
Give £5A month of exercise
£25 could fund a month of chair-based exercise for one member.
Give £25Getting online
£50 could pay for one-to-one digital support sessions.
Give £50Emergency help
£100 could support a local family through a moment of hardship.
Give £100Questions
Good to know
Who can come to HRDF sessions?
Everyone is welcome. Our community is rooted in the Pakistani and Kashmiri communities of east Leeds, and our sessions are open to people of all ages and backgrounds — carers, family and friends included.
Do I need to book?
For most sessions you can simply turn up. If it's your first visit, give us a call so we can say hello and make sure there's a seat for you.
How much does it cost?
All of our activities are free or low cost. We never want cost to be the reason someone misses out, so if money is tight, talk to us.
Which languages do you speak?
Our team and volunteers speak English and several community languages, including Urdu and Punjabi. Just ask.
How is my donation used?
Donations pay directly for meals, activities, equipment and support for local people. You can give to a specific programme or let us use it where it is needed most.
Help us build a better tomorrow for Leeds
Every gift, every hour volunteered and every partnership helps a neighbour feel less alone.