DIAL Barnsley

20/10/2026

We are immensely proud to share that yesterday at Barnsley Town Hall, our Chief Executive Officer, Sharon Brown, was officially presented with her British Empire Medal (BEM) by Professor Dame Hilary Chapman DBE RN, HM Lord-Lieutenant of South Yorkshire. 🌟

Sharon was awarded the BEM in the King's Birthday Honours list for her outstanding services to disabled people. 🏆

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19/10/2026

🎃DIAL Health & Happiness Hubs: Monday 26th October to Wednesday 28th October🎃

If you live in the North East area, come along to a hub near you to decorate pumpkins with us and get into the Autumn spirit!🍂

Huge thank you to Asda in Grimethorpe for the Pumpkins and decorating kits!🧡

🍂Monday 26th October, 10am - 1pm at Grimethorpe Library
🍂Tuesday 27th October, 1pm - 3pm at Dog Hill Community Centre, Shafton
🍂Wednesday 28th October, 12pm - 3pm at Meadow Crescent Community Centre, Royston

Find out more:
📞Ring Mel: 07843 594308
📧Email: [email protected]

We’d love to see you there!
Barnsley Council North East Area Team

13/10/2026

Reminder: Stronger Together - Shared Steps starts next week!

12/10/2026

FREE Winter Warm Packs and Duvets!🧣

🌟DIAL Health & Happiness Hubs: Monday 19th October to Thursday 22nd October🌟

If you live in the North East area, come along to a hub near you for our usual hubs and to receive a FREE Winter Warm Pack and a duvet!🧤🧣🧡

🍂Monday 19th October, 10am - 12pm at St. Paul’s Church, Brierley
🍂Tuesday 20th October, 10am - 1pm at Monk Bretton Methodist Church
🍂Thursday 22nd October, 10am - 1pm at Rose Tree Centre, Cudworth

Find out more:
📞 Ring Mel: 07843 594308
📧 Email: [email protected]

We’d love to see you there! 😊

Barnsley Council North East Area Team

10/10/2026

What’s inside your ‘Mental Wellbeing Box’? 🎁✨

At DIAL, we’ve been sharing the items that spark positive memories, bring us comfort, and protect our peace. Creating a mental wellbeing box is a simple, tangible way to anchor yourself when things feel overwhelming.

👉 Watch the video to hear Jeff walk us through what’s inside his!

This World Mental Health Day, we’re reminding everyone that good mental health starts with talking, listening, and supporting one another in our communities. This year’s theme, “Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change”, highlights why sharing our authentic stories matters. Open conversations make a difference, especially when we take the time to truly listen to what others are experiencing. (Mental Health Foundation).

What’s one item that brings you joy or comfort that you’d put in your box? Let us know in the comments! 👇

10/10/2026

What’s inside your ‘Mental Wellbeing Box’? 🎁✨

At DIAL, we’ve been sharing the items that spark positive memories, bring us comfort, and protect our peace. Creating a mental wellbeing box is a simple, tangible way to anchor yourself when things feel overwhelming.

👉 Watch the video to hear Claire walk us through what’s inside hers!

This World Mental Health Day, we’re reminding everyone that good mental health starts with talking, listening, and supporting one another in our communities. This year’s theme, “Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change”, highlights why sharing our authentic stories matters. Open conversations make a difference, especially when we take the time to truly listen to what others are experiencing (Mental Health Foundation).

What’s one item that brings you joy or comfort that you’d put in your box? Let us know in the comments! 👇

08/10/2026

🚶‍♀️ Have you ever tried Total Bodywalking? 🚶‍♂️

Our Community Connector, Claire, recently joined a free session run by the Move More Physical Activity team at Mapplewell Library - and she gave it a huge thumbs up!

Here’s what Claire had to say about her experience:

💬 "The session was an hour long, covering about 8,000 steps on flat terrain and gravel. The staff and volunteers were incredibly supportive, guiding us with the poles every step of the way. It was fun, engaging, and great for mental health - plus a surprisingly good upper body workout! And to top it off, there was tea, coffee, and biscuits at the end." ☕️🍪

Interested in trying it out?
👉 Book your free place using the link in the comments!

If you’d love to go but feel you need a bit of extra support to get started, Claire is here to help!
📞 Call: 01226 240273 (Ask for Claire)
📧 Email: [email protected]

Barnsley Sport and Physical Activity Team

08/10/2026

Check out these sport and exercise opportunities available in Barnsley at the moment!🏏🏸🧘‍♀️🎯

If you want to try something new but want some support, get in contact with our Community Connector, Claire!👇

📞 Call: 01226 240273 and ask for Claire.
✉️ Email: [email protected]
🌐 Visit: www.dialbarnsley.org.uk

Yorkshire Cricket Foundation Barnsley Sport and Physical Activity Team Sports Village at Honeywell What's Your Move Barnsley Age UK Barnsley

07/10/2026

Reminder of our new Disability Resilience Hubs! 🤝

Do you have a disability or long-term health condition?
Are you struggling with the cost of living and need some support? We are here to help! 🧡

Give Leanne a ring or drop her an email to find out more about our new Disability Resilience Hubs:
📞 Phone: 07516 704961
✉️ Email: [email protected]

🤝NEW: DISABILITY RESILIENCE HUBS🤝

Do you have a disability or long-term health condition?
Are you struggling with the cost of living and need some support? We are here to help!🧡

Give Leanne a ring or drop her an email to find out more about our new Disability Resilience Hubs:
📞 Phone: 07516 704961
✉️ Email: [email protected]

05/10/2026

FREE Winter Warm Packs and Duvets!🧣

🌟DIAL Health & Happiness Hubs: Monday 12th October to Wednesday 14th October🌟

If you live in the North East area, come along to a hub near you for our usual hubs and to receive a FREE Winter Warm Pack and a duvet!🧤🧣🧡

🍂Monday 12th October, 10am - 1pm at Grimethorpe Library
🍂Tuesday 13th October, 1pm - 3pm at Dog Hill Community Centre, Shafton
🍂Wednesday 14th October, 12pm - 3pm at Meadow Crescent Community Centre, Royston

Find out more:
📞 Ring Mel: 07843 594308
📧 Email: [email protected]

We’d love to see you there! 😊

Barnsley Council North East Area Team