Paul Schofield, Trustee

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What's On This Month

June is here & summer is just around the corner! Make the most of the longer days & the sunshine with our inclusive groups & support - designed to help you live well, meet new people & have your voice heard in BwD. Be sure to subscribe to our mailing list for lots of wellbeing inspiration!
Cadent Impact Report

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...
Research Project for Adults with Down Syndrome

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...
April Notes From Hear Us Heroes

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...

Alan Pickup, Trustee

Alan is passionate about those who have a disability and their family carers, especially those with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Erika Holmes, Trustee

Erika joined Care Networks Board of Trustees in March 2019 and is delighted to be able to share her skills and passion with such a worthy cause.
Garth Hodgkinson, Trustee

Passionate about local communities, grassroots community action and tackling inequalities, Garth has been former Chair and a Trustee of Care Network since it became an independent charity and Company Limited By Guarantee in April 2007.
Katie Mares, Trustee
Martin Rouse, Trustee
Muhammad Mizan, Trustee

Mizan leads educational technology at Nybble, designing solutions to improve learning experiences. He also holds leadership positions in an international education organisation, a special school, and a government healthcare committee.
Steve Tingle, Chair of Trustees

Being the Chair of Trustees of Care Network allows Steve to make a vital contribution to what he views as a vibrant and essential local charity. Steve supports our charity in supporting many vulnerable people to feel safe and assured when resolving a problem that can help them maintain their independence.
Vicky Shepherd, Trustee

Vicky has been a director and trustee of Care Network since 2013. Both Age UK and Vicky have been involved with Care Network since its inception and have watched it grow into the quality organisation it is today.

Contact details

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About us

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.
Care Network Hub

A multi agency drop-in hub in Blackburn with Darwen for the whole community with information on activities and support available borough wide.
Changes To Energy Bill Support From April 2023

Make sure you are up to date with the latest information and announcement from the Chancellor regarding energy bill support changes from Spring next year...
Caring about safe, trusted, local traders...

Over 80 quality assured local businesses so that vulnerable people in Blackburn with Darwen can arrange home improvements easily and with peace of mind.
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.
What's On This Month

June is here & summer is just around the corner! Make the most of the longer days & the sunshine with our inclusive groups & support - designed to help you live well, meet new people & have your voice heard in BwD. Be sure to subscribe to our mailing list for lots of wellbeing inspiration!
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.
Information and Signposting

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

Female only gym-based charity that helps you to improve your knowledge of health & nutrition, build your confidence, meet people and create friendships in Blackburn with Darwen. Adults and Junior programmes.