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  • January 2022

  • Tue 11

    The Greenhouse Project

    11th January 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Learn about nature with the Wildlife Trust, informative sessions on plants and wildlife, walks will take place mostly in Witton Park or nearby locations in Blackburn. Please come prepared for any weather and with the right footwear.  Must have the mobility to walk for at least an hour at a slow pace. Must book with […]

  • Tue 11

    TALK Group

    11th January 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    This is a chat and support group for anyone who feels isolated, support is given through the peers on the group. At the moment it runs on WhatsApp, however we hope to start meeting face to face in the near future. You can chat about anything, any issues you have with caring, hobbies, ideas, events, […]

  • Wed 12

    Sewing Group

    12th January 2022 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

    The Sewing Class is a place where you can brush up your skills and work on different projects, our lovely tutor has a wealth of experience. Come and learn, make friends and develop your sewing skills, whether you already have some or you want to learn.

  • Wed 12

    Free Adult Cycle Training

    12th January 2022 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Learn to cycle or improve your ability, with the support of the Refresh cycling team. Meet at the track for 2pm.  All equipment provided.  Wear sensible shoes and dress for the weather.

  • Thu 13

    Drop in to Check In

    13th January 2022 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Are you looking after a family member or friend and would like some support with your mental health and well-being? Do you look after someone experiencing mental ill health? Then our ‘drop in’ to ‘check in’ session could help you The sessions will explore: • Understanding Mental Health and Wellbeing better • Goal setting • […]

  • Thu 13

    Wellbeing Walks

    13th January 2022 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Walking is ideal for improving all aspects of physical and mental health. Discover the countryside and nature on your doorstep and make new friends. Every Thursday at various local locations starting at 11am. Contact the walking team on: 07724097964 for information about the next walk.

  • Fri 14

    Knit and Natter at Albion Mill with Pam & Dorothy

    14th January 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Drop in to learn knitting or crochet or just bring your project in for a knit and natter, and if you would just like to have a cuppa and chat that’s fine too.

  • Mon 17

    Asian Carers Group

    17th January 2022 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

    Asian Carers Will be meeting at Kingsway and other venues depending on the weather, there will be a host of craft, gardening, social, wellbeing and learning activities to do. We are starting 2 new projects one with Connect and one with the Library.  Make sure you attend the group to find out more.

  • Mon 17

    Life After Caring

    17th January 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    A SIX WEEK COURSE TO HELP FORMER CARERS MOVE FORWARD AND REESTABLISH A LIFE OF THEIR OWN AFTER CARING. WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? The course is for anyone who has left their caring role for any reason• parent whose son or daughter has gone onto independent living• A smaller child who has started full […]

  • Tue 18

    30-minute Health Walk along Shorey Bank, Darwen

    18th January 2022 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    An easy walk along mainly level terrain. This walk is ideal for people who want to get active again. Bring the person you care for, if they can manage to walk the short distance of about one mile. The walk is basically 15 minutes in one direction, then a return walk to the starting point. […]

  • Tue 18

    Mindful Crafts using Yarn

    18th January 2022 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

    Using Yarn to craft and learn new skills like crochet. This workshop will develop the practice of mindfulness, through a craft activity. There will be a different craft activity each week, to inspire and promote your wellbeing through stimulating your creative mind.

  • Tue 18

    The Greenhouse Project

    18th January 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Learn about nature with the Wildlife Trust, informative sessions on plants and wildlife, walks will take place mostly in Witton Park or nearby locations in Blackburn. Please come prepared for any weather and with the right footwear.  Must have the mobility to walk for at least an hour at a slow pace. Must book with […]

  • Tue 18

    TALK Group

    18th January 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    This is a chat and support group for anyone who feels isolated, support is given through the peers on the group. At the moment it runs on WhatsApp, however we hope to start meeting face to face in the near future. You can chat about anything, any issues you have with caring, hobbies, ideas, events, […]

  • Wed 19

    Sewing Group

    19th January 2022 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

    The Sewing Class is a place where you can brush up your skills and work on different projects, our lovely tutor has a wealth of experience. Come and learn, make friends and develop your sewing skills, whether you already have some or you want to learn.

  • Wed 19

    Relaxation and Wellbeing session at Albion Mill

    19th January 2022 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Learn relaxation techniques such a breathworks and meditation, discuss issues around wellbeing and how to set better health & wellbeing goals for 2022

  • Thu 20

    Drop In to Check In

    20th January 2022 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Are you looking after a family member or friend and would like some support with your mental health and well-being? Do you look after someone experiencing mental ill health? Then our ‘drop in’ to ‘check in’ session could help you The sessions will explore: • Understanding Mental Health and Wellbeing better • Goal setting • […]

  • Thu 20

    Wellbeing Walks

    20th January 2022 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Walking is ideal for improving all aspects of physical and mental health. Discover the countryside and nature on your doorstep and make new friends. Every Thursday at various local locations starting at 11am. Contact the walking team on: 07724097964 for information about the next walk.

  • Thu 20

    Trip to Whalley

    20th January 2022 @ 11:00 am - 2:30 pm

    Meet at Kingsway at 11am, travelling to Whalley, once in Whalley we have an activity walking and treasure hunt, after the activity, time for lunch at a local café.  Lunch will cost £5 and will be potato pie or a vegetarian option, which you pay at the cafe.  Please state when booking, which option.

    £4.00
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