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Caring about you

We offer all people living in Blackburn with Darwen a free and confidential service to assist with issues that may be affecting your wellbeing or quality of life. We do this because we believe that everyone has the right to live a healthy, happy and fulfilled life.

We want to make sure that you make best use out of support available, so that no matter what life throws at you, you know what options you have and you can access the right help to support you through. 

Scams Prevention from Age UK

Scams Prevention from Age UK

Support from Age UK for older people to help them spot potential scams & be able to avoid it or report where appropriate. Read more

Published: 6th February, 2026

Author: Danielle Boniface

Self Care: Tips To Help You Feel Good

Self Care: Tips To Help You Feel Good

We've pulled together a useful selection of resources, ideas & services in BwD that can help to improve your mood & wellbeing, get you out more, find ways to meet new people & access the support you need, when you need, to live your best life... Read more

Published: 6th February, 2024

Updated: 17th May, 2024

Author: Danielle Boniface

Getting help and support

Getting help and support

We want to make sure that everyone can access the right advice, help and support, specific to each individual and their needs and aspirations. Read more

Published: 12th December, 2017

Updated: 5th May, 2020

Author: Anonymised User

Wellbeing at home

Wellbeing at home

Whether you need meals on wheels, a podiatrist, hairdresser or optician, ear wax removal, to visit you at home or if you have a pet who needs wellbeing services of their own, Care Network can help you access reputable services, quickly and easily. Read more

Published: 30th November, 2017

Updated: 29th August, 2025

Author: Anonymised User

Carers

Carers

If you're a partner, relative or carer and provide unpaid support to family or friends who could not manage without that support you are considered a Carer and support is available for you. Read more

Published: 3rd November, 2017

Updated: 22nd June, 2020

Author: Anonymised User

Living with disabilities

Living with disabilities

We can tell you about services that are available locally, including getting advice, getting involved, who can help you to speak up, and everything else in between. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2017

Updated: 19th December, 2017

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Protection from abuse and neglect

Protection from abuse and neglect

Care Network is committed to ensuring the safeguarding of vulnerable people living in Blackburn with Darwen. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2017

Updated: 13th December, 2017

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Volunteer with us

Volunteer with us

Access support to get in to work, brush up your skills through training and have a huge positive impact on your local community and your own wellbeing. Volunteering is available at Care Network, find out more on ow to get started... Read more

Published: 27th June, 2017

Updated: 1st August, 2025

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Mental health and emotional wellbeing

Mental health and emotional wellbeing

Care Network offers signposting for positive mental health and emotional wellbeing. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2017

Updated: 28th August, 2020

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Money worries

Money worries

Getting financial advice and practical support can ease your money worries and is the first step towards taking the pressure off. Act now to access help with your finances, benefits, getting in to work and stress. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2017

Updated: 12th December, 2017

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Loneliness

Loneliness

If you have been feeling lonely for a while, the first step is to notice this, and the next step might be to speak to someone about how you are feeling. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2017

Updated: 25th October, 2018

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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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    Out of hours help

    Care Network is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, except Wednesdays when we close at 3.30pm. Here are some helpful numbers to contact outside of these hours.

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