The Linney Community Care Centre
Activities include community-led groups, e.g. art, gentle exercise, traditional day care, social activities, self-help and support services and educational courses. Dependent upon an assessment, free bathing facilities are available for people with mobility restrictions.
Who is it for?
Everyone, but mostly older and vulnerable people living in the Doncaster Borough.
When does it take place?
In general Mondays to Fridays, between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm, but some activities do run through the evenings and weekends. Specific details of these are available on request. A small weekly subscription may be charged by each individual group. Free WiFi throughout the building. Room hire is applicable, with evenings and weekend hire also available on request.
What's on at the centre?
Councillor’s Surgery | Held on the second Tuesday of each month, 12pm - 1pm.
It's About Art | A social activity group who like to meet for a chat and share their art skills. We have regular art workshops and art-related trips out during the year. Beginners and more accomplished artists are all welcome. A small weekly subscription applies, Wednesdays, 11am - 2pm.
Knit and Natter - Balby | A social activity group who like to meet for a chat and a cuppa and share their knitting skills. All welcome. Small weekly subscription. Thursday, 11.00am - 12.30pm.
WASP’S Social Group | Social activity group who meet for a friendly chat and to enjoy bingo. New members welcome. Small weekly subscription. Mondays, 1.30pm - 3pm.
Re-engage |Activity based Day Centre for adults with Dementia, Parkinson's, Stroke, Head injuries & Frailty. Qualified and experienced staff. Full day; Half day; Hourly attendance - Direct Payment accepted with prices on request. At the Linney Centre Tuesday & Wednesdays. Email: info@reengagedaycentres.com Tel: 07544 455608
Gentle Exercise | A small community-led group specifically with chair-based exercise to promote improved joint mobility. Meeting on Thursdays 9:45am - 10:45am and a small weekly fee applies
Foot Clinic | Foot Clinics are held fortnightly on Fridays. Treatments are £27 for 45 minutes, by appointment only. Please ring for further information 01302 734567or to book an appointment.
Diabetes Peer Support Group | Free support and advice for those who have, or know someone who has Diabetes. Last Thursday of each month 2pm - 3pm
Long Covid Peer Support Group | Free support and advice for those who have, or know someone who has Long Covid. Last Thursday of each month 12:30pm - 2pm
Armed Forces & Veteran Forum | Your opportunity to find out what is happening to support the Armed Forces Community in Doncaster and have your say about what could be improved. The 3rd Thursday of every month 7pm- 8pm.
WASP'S Positive Action Group | Woodfield Association Supporting Positive Steps - If you are interested in making our local community a better place to live, have ideas you want to share, then why not come along and join like-minded people. We meet the 2nd Thursday of the month 1:30pm - 2:30pm. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided.
Contact Details
For all groups and centre enquires, unless other details are provided:
Email | LinneyCen@doncaster.gov.uk
Phone | 01302 734567
Contact information
- Linney Community Care Centre, Weston Road, Balby, Doncaster, DN4 8NF
- 01302 734567
- LinneyCen@doncaster.gov.uk