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Success stories

Every day at Care Network we support different people with different needs and aspirations. Here are a handful of stories from some of the people who have crossed our path. 

These case studies show that with a little help from services offered in and for the community of Blackburn with Darwen people can take the steps they want for life they want to lead. 

Independence at home

Independence at home

I sleep better so my health conditions, anxiety and epilepsy, have improved Read more

Published: 6th December, 2017

Updated: 21st April, 2021

Author:

Feeling like you mean something

Feeling like you mean something

At the point of accessing Care Network Hub, Dan was feeling suicidal. Read more

Published: 7th December, 2017

Updated: 19th February, 2019

Author: Sarah Nataraj

It’s not just about the information

It’s not just about the information

Heather is in her early 50s and comes to the Care Network Hub. Read more

Published: 7th December, 2017

Updated: 28th June, 2019

Author:

My first port of call for anything

My first port of call for anything

Care Network’s three tiered approach - supporting the lives of local people Read more

Published: 7th December, 2017

Updated: 28th June, 2018

Author:

To have hope

To have hope

Mr H had spent a lot of his childhood in care and had spent most of the last four years of his life homeless. Read more

Published: 8th December, 2017

Updated: 15th December, 2017

Author:

This is the happiest time of my life

This is the happiest time of my life

A key worker supporting a resident with complex mental health needs in his mid-50s came into the Care Network Hub. Read more

Published: 8th December, 2017

Updated: 15th December, 2017

Author:

There's someone here that can actually help me

There's someone here that can actually help me

Mrs S led a successful and independent life, until she developed a long term health condition and her life spiraled out of control. Read more

Published: 8th December, 2017

Updated: 15th December, 2017

Author:

Co-production from Community Restart Team

Co-production from Community Restart Team

Self-directed support and peer support for positive mental health and wellbeing – a case study. Read more

Published: 8th December, 2017

Updated: 15th December, 2017

Author:

Happier and relieved that people are helping

Happier and relieved that people are helping

A lady in her 70s had contacted the council unsure of who she needed to speak to. The council transferred her call to the Care Network Hub. Read more

Published: 8th December, 2017

Updated: 15th December, 2017

Author:

Volunteer of the Year

Volunteer of the Year

Stephen supports and facilitates a range of mental health and wellbeing peer support groups. Stephen goes above and beyond to support the work of Care Network and people who use our services. Read more

Published: 29th June, 2018

Updated: 31st July, 2019

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Abstinence, stability and dreaming big

Abstinence, stability and dreaming big

Since the age of 15 Ash had been living between homes, on his 28th birthday he had a moment of clarity and came to Care Network Hub to try and change the direction that his life was going in. Read more

Published: 18th February, 2019

Updated: 10th June, 2019

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Holistic support for the individual and their home

Holistic support for the individual and their home

Over the last three years Mick’s life has been transformed. He has made new friends, has a community of support and has moved into suitable home that will keep him safe. Read more

Published: 28th March, 2019

Updated: 30th November, 2020

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Recovery and new beginnings

Recovery and new beginnings

With strength and determination for a better life, together with the right support, Diamond has been making major steps in her recovery. Read more

Published: 10th April, 2019

Author: Sarah Nataraj

A place to come to and build friendships

A place to come to and build friendships

Stephen say's coming to Men’s Club saved his life. It impacted positively on his independence, confidence, wellbeing and the connections he has with other people. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2019

Updated: 30th November, 2020

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Jimmy and Barbara

Jimmy and Barbara

Jimmy and Barbara take care of each other, and use Care Network when they need us - this has supported their independence, and made improvements to their confidence and health. Read more

Published: 30th September, 2019

Updated: 17th June, 2020

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Feeling like I’ve not been forgotten, Ron’s story

Feeling like I’ve not been forgotten, Ron’s story

The Care Network welfare calls have led to Ron receiving support to help him overcome any difficulties and lead a healthier and more fulfilling life, during lockdown. Read more

Published: 30th June, 2020

Updated: 2nd July, 2020

Author: Sarah Nataraj

An independent and healthy new life in a new town

An independent and healthy new life in a new town

Care Network has supported Alison to achieve a cosy and safe home, improved physical and emotional wellbeing, her sense of connection, and keep an eye on her finances. Read more

Published: 30th June, 2020

Updated: 30th November, 2020

Author: Sarah Nataraj

Telephone support to switch fuel tariff

Telephone support to switch fuel tariff

As the Home Improvement Agency for Blackburn with Darwen, Care Network's Healthy Homes team offer residents various forms of support to help people achieve warmer and more economical homes. Read more

Published: 30th June, 2020

Updated: 30th November, 2020

Author: Sarah Nataraj

John's story

John's story

John has now been introduced to tools, techniques and services that continue to help him keep his depression and anxiety at bay. Read more

Published: 11th August, 2020

Updated: 30th November, 2020

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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