Daytime face-to-face support group in Leeds for over 50s

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​Our peer support groups are safe, relaxed spaces where you can simply be yourself. Whether you’re struggling or managing your self-harm well, you’ll find understanding peers, optional activities, and the freedom to share as much or as little as you like. No pressure, no judgment — just support, connection, and a place to belong.

Self-harm can take different forms in older people, e.g. self-neglect. Battle Scars has a very broad definition. This group is for people 50 or over, specifically focusing at the challenges faced by people in this age group. 

When & Where
  • Every other Friday
  • Social time: from 11:00 (arrive anytime that works for you)
  • Group: 12:30 – 14:00 (please arrive on time)
  • Afternoon social time: until 14:30
  • Location: Battle Scars, Onward Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub, Onward House, Millshaw Park Way, Leeds, LS11 0LS
Come for the whole session, or just join us for the group.

​What to Expect
  • A relaxed, safe space where you decide how much to take part
  • Optional activities like craft, art, and board games
  • Friendly social time before and after the group
  • No pressure — you’re welcome just to be with us

Extras
  • 1-to-1 support available on request (ask any Battle Scars team member)
  • Food isn’t allowed in the group room, but there are nearby spaces where it can be eaten
  • Our group agreement is read at every session and available to read anytime as a reminder

If you wish to visit before attending, please contact us. See below for photos of the building and group space and bus services.  No restrictions which groups you can access as long as you're the right age. 

If you'd like a weekly reminder about our f2f groups, please provide us with your name and email address

​Our groups are ongoing but here is the calendar for the next few months

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All our face-to-face group take place at the Battle Scars premises:
Onward Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub
Onward House
Millshaw Park Way
​Leeds
​LS11 0LS  
Buses to the Onward Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub:
To outside Onward House (on Elland Road at the back of the building): 51, 52 & 55
To the White Rose Shopping Centre (approx. 10 min walk): 2, 3, 3A, 9, 9C, 12, 13, 13A, 47 & 65 (from Leeds city centre), 116 & 118 (from Wakefield), 202 & 203 (from Huddersfield), 200 & 201 (Heckmondwike)