I’ve learnt lots of new things, and I look forward to what we’re doing each week. I’m happy that I’m part of a group and am able to be myself at Purple Patch.

The connection you create with people is what really makes this job great; knowing that what you do could make someone’s day a little better.

The best bit is seeing a sense of achievement in the participants as they learn, have fun and become more confident and independent.

If I didn’t have a bursary I wouldn’t be able to come, and I’m so glad that I can. It makes me happy to be part of the group.

I can do more things by myself and have got better at listening to all my friends.

Purple Patch Arts is one of the most innovative, creative and inspiring organisations we have had the pleasure of working with.

Purple Patch is a very supportive, nurturing and caring environment. Staff are good at knowing and adapting to people’s needs and helping them to progress.

It was obvious to me, just from that one short day, what an impact Purple Patch has on the lives of the people they help and their families.

My knowledge of different world facts has improved so much since I started coming, and I’ve got a lot better at working as part of a team.

Leeds Community Foundation is delighted to have funded Purple Patch Arts over the years through a number of grants programmes.

People should come to Purple Patch because it’s good fun and they can learn new stuff!

I can recommend any art educator to become part of the Purple Patch Arts team and experience fantastic, fun, emotional and creative moments.

I count both my colleagues and the participants as friends, and love to see people learning, growing and developing.

I have been supporting customers to Purple Patch for quite a few years. I love coming and being made to feel like a team.

My social skills have improved a lot since I started coming – Purple Patch is different to other places!

Sometimes I come in feeling low, and leave feeling much better and happy!

Purple Patch is a lovely open environment and I think a very innovative project. I have been to many day centres, none as ambitious and educational.

I feel happy knowing that my daughter is safe and happy at Purple Patch.

I’ve learnt lots of new skills, and like making my own choices and being independent.

I like getting to know people and finding the best ways to communicate, and I love learning new skills from the other artists.

What an amazing group. A mix of learning, fun and happiness. I love coming when I can!

It is important that people attend Purple Patch to learn and mix with other people of all ages.

I like coming here because it’s the best place ever in the world!

I like it because the staff are great!

My son loves coming to Purple Patch and that makes me happy.

I come here to meet people and to learn.

Watching our Purple People develop their skills and self-esteem is a joy and I’m so proud of all of them!

Purple Patch is an amazing group, so friendly, so welcoming, so inclusive. If I had my way, the whole world would be purple!

More people should come to Purple Patch because they would enjoy it and learn lots.

Purple Patch is by far one of the best companies I have ever worked for.

Purple Patch do a brilliant job of supporting their members to learn and create – as well as to make friends, have fun and grow in confidence.

Purple Patch is an amazing place; it feels like coming home.

I’ve never had any problems with Purple Patch; if other organisations did half as good then it would be a lot easier to find places to go!

As soon as we began planning our workshop for blind and partially sighted children with Purple Patch, I heaved a huge sigh of relief.

Whenever you walk into a Purple Patch session you get a feeling of warmth, friendship and fun.

I can relax, knowing my daughter is safe and having a great time!

I come to meet new friends and to find new ways to communicate.

I like working for Purple Patch because it is a supportive and fun environment.

I would definitely recommend working with Purple Patch; their ethos, ways of working and vision are admirable and of the highest quality in their field.

The work they have done with and for us with disabled children and young people has been considered, innovative and exciting.

When we work with Purple Patch we are confident that our expectations will be realised from start to finish.

You should come to PPA; it is excellent and fun!

My favourite part of the day? It changes every week, because any moment at Purple Patch could be the best moment of my day.

We help people realise their creative dreams, which leaves you feeling a sense of accomplishment at the end of every day.

I’m proud of talking to more people and calling them my friends.

People should come to see the staff, make friends, learn lots, dance and make things!

Each session was well tailored to the people who attended making sure that the activities suited what they needed.

People should come to learn new things and make friends!

People should come to Purple Patch as there are lots of nice people to talk to.

Working with Purple Patch is a pleasure. All the staff are kind, they do what they say they will and deliver just what is needed.