Leep1 – Leeds People First

Leep1 – Leeds People First2024-07-03T10:22:21+01:00
A people first group run by and for adults with learning disabilities in Leeds.

About the Service

Leep1 stands for Leeds People First. We are an organisation that supports adults with learning disabilities to speak up for themselves. This is called self-advocacy.

We are run and managed by adults with learning disabilities. Our members elect the management committee for Leep1 every year.

We currently have around 50 members who all have different roles and have helped Leep1 to be the thriving organisation it is today.

What Does the Service Do

Leep1 is a safe space for adults with learning disabilities. We have a self-advocacy service. It helps people with learning disabilities to be in control of their own organisation and to fulfil their lives with meaningful and enjoyable activities.

We do a range of fun and interesting activities which help to develop social, health and educational skills. They include:

  • Learning skills
  • Social events
  • Staying healthy
  • Self-advocacy
  • Online Groups

To see our weekly timetable of activities, please click on the button below.

Contact

Leep 1, Unit A1, Unity Business Centre,

26 Roundhay Road, Leeds, LS7 1AB

Key Contact

Hazel Bailey, Leep1 Team Leader
[email protected]

Who is the Service For?

Leep1 is for adults with learning disabilities who live in Leeds.

If you want to become a Leep1 member, please click on the button below.

How to Access the Service

Further Information

Leep1 run a number of groups for their members. These are mainly in-person.

A full list of activities is on their website. It says when they are and how you can join. You can find it by clicking on the button below.

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