Weekly Update

Welcome to this week’s update. This week we’re marking ADHD Awareness Month with a personal reflection from facilitator and former learner Paul, who shares his experience of ADHD and the impact of the Recovery & Wellbeing College on his journey. As always, you’ll find details of upcoming courses, workshops, events and community opportunities from across Calderdale and Kirklees, including our World Mental Health Day celebration at Mirfield Community Centre.

Hello, my name is Paul. I’m a facilitator with the Recovery & Wellbeing College and a former learner on our Living Well with ADHD course.

October is ADHD Awareness Month, an opportunity to increase understanding of ADHD, share lived experience, challenge misconceptions and highlight the support available to people, families and communities. It is also a chance to recognise the strengths, creativity and unique perspectives that many people with ADHD bring, while promoting greater understanding, inclusion and opportunity.

I was diagnosed with ADHD five years ago, and my search for support is what brought me to the Recovery & Wellbeing College. Living Well with ADHD was my first course with the College, and it was a life-changing experience. The strategies I learned and connections I made still support me through daily life.

We bring these themes together in our Living Well with ADHD course, where we explore how our ADHD brains work and build strategies to support a life of meaning and value.

Together, learners explore various aspects of ADHD, including attention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. We discover techniques to manage challenges effectively and combine these into personalised strategies that can improve focus, organisation and confidence.

One learner said:

“A great course if you want to understand ADHD better. It gives helpful tools for ADHD, and being around others that have it, including staff members, makes you feel less alone and accepted.”

Another told us:

“A warm, kind and supportive course delivered by excellent facilitators. Lots to learn about ADHD and strategies to manage the problems that it can present, along with an exploration of the positive traits too. Very validating to be around others who share my experiences.”

Places are available on the next Living Well with ADHD course, starting on Thursday 5 November. We look forward to meeting you there!

Take care,

Paul

World Mental Health Day 2026

We’re delighted to be celebrating World Mental Health Day at Mirfield Community Centre on Monday 12 October 2026, from 10:00am to 12:30pm.

This year’s theme, “Real Voices, Real Recovery”, reflects the Recovery College’s commitment to co-production, where people with lived experience work alongside staff and professionals to shape learning, share skills and support recovery.

Join us for a morning of wellbeing, creativity, learning and connection. There will be a range of free workshops, including printing, jewellery making and textiles, alongside many other fun activities designed to boost wellbeing, build confidence and help people connect with others.

You’ll also be able to find out more about Recovery College courses, peer support and local wellbeing services.

Whether you’re new to the Recovery College or have joined us before, everyone is welcome.

Keep an eye on our social media channels and future updates for more information about the activities and opportunities available on the day. 💚

No need to book on… just turn up and feel free to bring friends and family.