Please note: our Wellbeing Sessions have moved to Friday!

Our final Tuesday Wellbeing Session was on Tuesday 26th March, and our first Friday Wellbeing Session will be on Friday 19th April. There will be NO sessions between these two dates.

About our Sessions

Every Friday we host our weekly Wellbeing Sessions in The Seymour Suite, a warm, friendly and safe space for people to come together.

These sessions are open to anyone living within the Wakefield district who have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness, along with their carer and/or significant other.

Friday Wellbeing Sessions - FAQs

What happens at a Friday Wellbeing Session?

The aim of these sessions is to support attendees with their physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs whilst promoting independence through discussions, teaching and signposting.

Visitors to the Friday Wellbeing Sessions are welcome to use this time as they wish, see the FAQ "Activities Available" for more information.

What time do the Wellbeing Sessions take place?

Every Friday morning between 9:30am-12pm, and every Friday afternoon between 1pm-3:30pm. You are welcome to come at whatever time you like, whether it be for 30 minutes or a few hours. We do just ask that you book before attending in order that we can manage numbers efficiently.

Who is eligible to use this service?

Our only referral criteria is that you live within the Wakefield district and you have either been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness, or are the carer of someone who has been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness.

You do not need to have been a patient with Wakefield Hospice before in order to attend these sessions, nor do you need a direct referral from your doctor, hospital or any other healthcare professional.

Activities Available

Peer support – speaking with over attendees, sharing experiences and making new friends
Arts and crafts – we offer a variety of memory making activities, often themed throughout the year, from painting and drawing through to different crafts
Complementary Therapy – visitors, whether those living with a life-limiting illness or their carer, are welcome to enjoy up to six free complementary therapy sessions – these can include Reiki, Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Relaxation and Daoyin Tao
Emotional support – speaking with our dedicated team of staff and volunteers, these sessions offer a safe environment to speak with care professionals and seek advice, help or guidance
Practical support – improving knowledge on self-care and highlighting opportunities for greater independence

How much do these sessions cost?

Nothing! Our Friday Wellbeing Sessions are free to attend (any small donations are always appreciated but there will never be any obligation to do so).

Is lunch included?

We offer light refreshments throughout the sessions or tea, coffee, biscuits and cakes. We do not currently provide a lunch service at our Friday Wellbeing Sessions.

How do I book my place?

To find out more about our Friday Wellbeing Sessions or to book your free place, please call on Day Therapy Team on 01924 331400 or email farzana.aziz@wakefieldhospice.co.uk

Can I bring a child with me?

We understand that childcare or prearranged responsibilities can mean service users may want to bring their child along to the Wellbeing sessions. We can offer service users the opportunity to bring their child along but only during limited times. If you are bringing your child and planning on accessing some of the 1-2-1 support available (e.g. complementary therapy), you will need to bring another responsible adult to look after the child whilst you are away from them.

If you would like to bring your child along we ask that you first contact our clinical team on 01924 331400 to discuss further.

I’m unable to attend on a Friday, how else can I access this support?

If you are unable to attend on a Tuesday, we do have remote support services available including through our 24/7 helpline (click here for more details) or through digital contact with our Day Therapy Staff and Volunteers. For further information please call 01924 331400.