Elland Road host Holbeck Together event - Leeds United

Leeds United recently played host to a special Christmas event for older members of the local community that are supported throughout the year by Holbeck Together.

Holbeck Together is a charity that is close to our hearts, with beneficiaries all based within the shadows of Elland Road.

The club and the Leeds United Foundation have worked closely with the local charity for a number of years across different projects and it was fantastic once again to help support those who need it most, especially at what can be a difficult time of the year for people suffering with loneliness and social isolation.

The local residents in attendance at the festive lunch, which was hosted in the Eddie Gray suite, were also joined by various staff from the charity and some of their trustees, with entertainment and plenty of food and drink on offer.

Elissa Newman, Chief Officer at Holbeck Together, said: “We are getting into the winter period ahead of Christmas and Leeds United for many years have put on this wonderful lunch for our local community in Holbeck, just a stone’s throw away from Elland Road. Primarily it helps to support older people who might not have a Christmas with family, they might be alone and have family that have passed away, so it really is a fantastic thing that they can all come together here.

“Leeds United are very close to the heart of Holbeck and the community really does suffer with deprivation, social isolation and loneliness, and coming together today has a huge impact in ensuring no one is left out at Christmas or made to feel more isolated. Knowing that just around the corner a local football club cares about their local community is really special, and it’s been fabulous celebrating today with a real feeling of belonging during the festive season.”

Holbeck Together was established as a Neighbourhood Network Scheme back in 1992 to support older people living in the local community, and since then the charity have massively expanded their network to provide a variety of services, activities and opportunities for people from all generations in Holbeck.

If you would like more information on the fantastic work being done by the local charity or if you would like to show your support to Holbeck Together, please click here.