We understand that the cost of living is still affecting many people in BwD. A new phase of the Household Support Scheme starts this month continuing to help people with rising costs. Click to read more on how to apply & eligibility... Read more
Child Safety Week is an annual community education campaign, acting as a catalyst for thousands of safety conversations and activities UK-wide. At Care Network, we work with many local families to ensure that parents and children live happy, safe and healthy lives... Read more
We recently came together and held a special celebration event at Blackburn Library, highlighting the successful completion of the 2022 Community Champions Project... Read more
Care Network, alongside Healthwatch BwD, BwD Carers and Wot Wud U Do, pitched to secure new funding at a Dragon’s Den style event at The Marriot Hotel in Preston on Friday 22nd July. Read more to find out how we got on, and how our pilot plans would benefit and support our local community. Read more
Catch up with the notes from our July Hear Us Heroes meeting. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting in August! Read more
Catch up with the notes from our June Hear Us Heroes meeting. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting in July! Don't forget to take a look at our new drama group too: Heroes Unmuted... Read more
Catch up with the notes from our May Hear Us Heroes meeting. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting in May! Don't forget to take a look at our new drama group too: Heroes Unmuted... Read more
We are proud to be one of the Cadent Foundation's partners, working with a range of incredible organisations across the country to support people who are struggling to keep their homes warm & dry. Take a look at how our work, alongside other charities, has had an impact over the last 12 months... Read more
Our friends over at Re:fresh BwD have shared that Anglia Ruskin University are conducting an exercise health study, specifically for adults aged 18 & over with Down Syndrome. Find out more & get involved... Read more
Catch up with the notes from our April Hear Us Heroes meeting. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting in May! Don't forget to take a look at our new drama group too: Heroes Unmuted too... Read more
Brand new to Care Network this Spring... Join us for The Creative Heroes! Perfect for people that want to express their creativity, make new friends & share new ideas with each other. This fantastic group aligns with our Hear Us Heroes Project & is already bursting with energy, imagination & enthusiasm! Read more
Brand new at Care Network! Join Heroes Unmuted, a creative drama group for adults with Learning Disabilities and Neurodiverse individuals. A unique series of 13 interactive weekly workshops where you can learn theatre skills - both on & off the big stage... Read more
Catch up with the notes from our March Hear Us Heroes meeting. We look forward to seeing you at our April meeting! Don't forget to take a look at our new drama group too: Heroes Unmuted... Read more
New therapy services available in our local area from Blackburn with Darwen Carer's Service. Find out more... Read more
Take a look at these simple and accessible seated workout ideas from We Are Undefeatable, designed to help you achieve gentle movement when it works for you and your body... Read more
Catch up with the notes from our February Hear Us Heroes meeting. We look forward to seeing you at our March meeting! Don't forget to take a look at our new Mystery Shopping Group too... Read more
It's officially the month of love, and to celebrate we've pulled together some useful tips, ideas and resources to help you celebrate one of the most important types of love there is, not just this month but all year round... Self Love! Read more
Take a look back at our incredible Hear Us Heroes Got Talent Show! We've captured your amazing performances and the hard work of everyone involved with this special event... Read more
Catch up with the notes from our November Hear Us Heroes meeting... Read more
Winter brings extra pressures for all of us - particularly at home. The colder weather, seasonal illnesses & demands of daily life can take a toll on our physical & mental wellbeing. But small, simple actions can make a big difference... Read more
Our very own Hear Us Heroes Talent Show is almost here and it’s going to be EPIC! Auditions will be held early November, followed by the Grand Finale in December. Click to find out more and get involved... Read more
Behind the scenes at Care Network... Bringing together our local, trusted Safe Traders to mark another successful year of supporting residents across Blackburn with Darwen. Find out more! Read more
The NHS are reaching out to local people, groups and communities to help support your health and wellbeing this winter. Take a look at our article for more details and links to free guidance and advice... Read more
Catch up with the notes from our September Hear Us Heroes meeting. We look forward to seeing you at our September meeting. Read more
Find out how our Disability Confident certificate helps us build a team of incredible people to meet the needs of our organisation & our community... Read more
We recently swapped our desks for a spot of team building in the great outdoors with the amazing Outdoor Elements & what a day it was! See what we got up to & which team finished the day victorious... Read more
Catch up with the notes from our August Hear Us Heroes meeting. We look forward to seeing you at our September meeting. Read more
See what we've been up to with our wonderful Just Out There group, down the road at Ewood Park! Take a look... Read more