Getting Help in the Neighbourhood

Supporting mental health, wellbeing and community connection across Leicester

Getting Help in the Neighbourhood is an NHS-supported community wellbeing programme delivered by Leicester Community Links CIC.

Leicester Community Links CIC has been selected for three consecutive years to deliver activities through the Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust funded programme, supporting local communities through wellbeing activities, mental health support and community engagement.

The project helps people improve their wellbeing, reduce isolation and access trusted, culturally sensitive support within their local community.

What the project aims to do

Activities may include:

  • Weekly wellbeing cafés
  • Mental health and wellbeing support
  • Weekly walks and physical activities
  • Community gardening projects
  • Health information workshops
  • Yoga and meditation sessions
  • Sustainable craft activities
  • Nature-based wellbeing activities
  • Signposting and referrals to local support services

How the project works

The project has helped support communities across Leicester by:

  • Tackling isolation and loneliness
  • Improving access to mental health support
  • Encouraging healthier lifestyles
  • Creating safe and welcoming community spaces
  • Supporting community connections
  • Raising awareness of long-term health conditions
  • Promoting physical activity and wellbeing

Why it matters

Many people face barriers to accessing wellbeing and mental health support, including isolation, cultural barriers, lack of confidence or limited awareness of available services.

Getting Help in the Neighbourhood helps address these challenges by providing accessible, community-based activities and trusted spaces where people can connect, improve their wellbeing and access support closer to home.

Through continued NHS partnership support, the project has helped create stronger community connections, encourage healthier lifestyles and improve access to culturally sensitive wellbeing support across Leicester.