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Caring about your home

We know that your home is more than just bricks and mortar. As the Home Improvement Agency for Blackburn with Darwen we are dedicated to helping people live in safety and with dignity at home. We offer a range of services to support you to maintain and move around your home and remain healthy, safe and comfortable, so that you can continue to live as independently as possible for as long as possible.

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Caring about safe, trusted, local traders...

Caring about safe, trusted, local traders...

Over 50 quality assured local businesses so that vulnerable people in Blackburn with Darwen can arrange home improvements easily and with peace of mind. Read more

Published: 25th November, 2017

Updated: 10th March, 2021

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Preventing damp homes

Preventing damp homes

Whether damp, mould or condensation is an issue, our Healthy Homes officers will let you know about ways you can get rid of these common and irritating household problems. Read more

Published: 4th December, 2017

Updated: 10th March, 2021

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Minor aids and adaptations

Minor aids and adaptations

We can help you identify safety issues and advise you about basic items and equipment that you can use to make moving around your home easier and safer. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2017

Updated: 10th March, 2021

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Assistive Technology

Assistive Technology

Assistive Technology are gadgets, devices and technologies that can make getting on with life easier and safer. We promote these products as a helpful element to living independently and safely. Read more

Published: 6th December, 2017

Updated: 10th March, 2021

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Gas Safety

Gas Safety

If you have a gas boiler or any other gas appliance in your home it's very important that you have them checked regularly to make sure they are safe. Read more

Published: 28th August, 2019

Updated: 30th April, 2021

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Warm and Tariff Checked Homes (WaTCH)

Warm and Tariff Checked Homes (WaTCH)

If you're living with dementia, have a learning disability or are autistic, we can provide all the support you need to keep your home just how you like it, warm, hazard-free and healthy. Read more

Published: 13th November, 2020

Updated: 30th April, 2021

Author: Sarah Nataraj

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    Care Network believes that everyone is entitled to an independent, healthy and safe life. Whether it's support for you or someone close to you, support at home or in your community. We will do everything we can to inform you and connect you with quality services for your continued wellbeing.

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    Make a referral

    Whether you want to refer yourself or someone you support, just fill in one simple form and we will get in touch with you.

  • Home maintenance

    Home maintenance

    We work with trustworthy and skilled local traders so that you can quickly and easily arrange for jobs to be carried out to maintain your home.

  • James Hadleigh, Chief Executive Officer

    Passionate and determined to make a real difference to the lives of local residents, James has a very rewarding role and is ably assisted by his fantastic team who genuinely make a big difference to the lives of all who use our services.

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    We provide an information and signposting service for residents of Blackburn with Darwen to support their independence, health and wellbeing.

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    Gardening

    We know how important your garden is. We have gardeners, landscapers and tree surgeons who can come and provide a no obligation quote for you. No job is too big or too small.

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