MJC Law vs Leeds Abbey Dash 2026

A number of our staff will brave the November weather and take on the Leeds Abbey Dash 2026, and raise funds for Health for All, an incredibly worthwhile local charity.  Whilst some of the team are accomplished runners, for others this will be their first time lacing up their running shoes to brave a 10k run and they could not be doing it for a better cause.

Health for All is a Leeds based charity with a vision of health and wellbeing for all, and a society free from inequality, poverty and isolation.  Founded 34 years ago, Health for All has been building communities and facilitating change across generations, cultures and ethnicities, bringing people together to achieve healthier and happier lives.  The charity aims to provide tailored support to children, young people and parents/carers to ensure all children have the best start in life; provide activities and opportunities for people with learning disabilities to discover and develop their potential, skill and talent; provide community and family centres in the heart of local communities to meet local needs;  support adults and young people with training and employment; and help communities live healthier lives.

Alan's story:
"Two years ago, my life changed in a way I never imagined. I left my family home in Leeds and moved into supported living. At first, it felt strange, a little scary. I had to find a new way to live my life, taking more responsibility for myself. About eighteen months ago, I joined the Watsonia Café. At first, I worked just one day a week, but I enjoyed it so much that I’ve now built up to three days. I love being in the kitchen, cooking, and learning new
independent living skills. Every task I do at the café, whether preparing food, serving customers, or cleaning up, feels like it matters. I know it all contributes to the community, and I’m proud to be part of a team that works together. But I also wanted to have fun and make friends. That’s when I joined the Bridge day service. It gave me the chance to meet new people. Now I’ve made so many friends I look forward to seeing each week. One highlight is going to Xscape for ten pin bowling. Laughing and cheering with my
friends has made life feel fuller and more exciting.”

Cheryl's story:
"I was going through a very difficult time with my newborn and was finding breastfeeding so difficult and painful. A community midwife referred me to the Health for All Breastfeeding support service when my baby was a week old. My support worker Paulina was so supportive, listening and exploring the cause of my pain when I was trying to feed. She helped me understand new born infant behaviour, supply and demand and
responsive feeding. I had started a formula top up and wanted to continue to combination feed so Paulina gave me a plan to ensure I kept up my breast milk supply. The home visits and the phone call catch-ups and advice until my baby reached six months really helped. Her personality is amazing and she is very knowledgeable and patient. She goes the extra mile and is great at her job, she deserves an award ! She made me feel a lot better and helped a lot with the feeding and emotional support.”

Iris' story:
"I am 90 years old. I was referred to Enhance by my physiotherapist after a fall at home which left me with a broken leg and hip. After spending 3 months in the  hospital/rehabilitation centre, I am now back at home, trying my best to regain my mobility and independence. I had always kept busy before the fall, usually out shopping with my friend but the fall made me lose my confidence to go outside. My lovely Enhance worker Claire started to spend some time with me walking outdoors. She comes every fortnight. We go for short walks together down the street. I really enjoy Claire’s visits. Both my walking and confidence is improving and our conversations are so lively, I often tell her she leaves me feeling positive and encouraged to walk more. It’s changed my life.”

Health for all do such good work in the local community and the MJC Law team are determined to give something back so that the charity can continue its important work.  Please donate if you can, any amount, no matter how small, can make a huge difference to someone's life.