Blackburn Carers

17/06/2026

Within Lancashire and South Cumbria Foundation trust, they are hosting a travelling art exhibition across the North West; this exhibition showcases lived experience of:

-Mental health

-Physical health

-Neurodevelopmental .

-Learning

-Being a carer/loved one

-Being a healthcare

-Cultural perspectives

-LGBTQ+ perspectives

-We are also open to contributions regarding different topics

The day will include , allowing you to create a piece for future exhibition dates in the form of painting, collages and ‘zines.’

17/06/2026

The next cohort for the volunteer academy 6 week accredited is due to start week commencing 6th July.

You only need to attend one session per week either Monday 10am-12pm or Tuesday 1pm-3pm.

Please share with anyone that would like to volunteer or would be interested.

Open Awards

15/06/2026

15/06/2026

11/06/2026

🌟 Carers Week 2026 is Here! 🌟

🥐 Friday 12th June

• Parent Carers Breakfast (9:30am–11:30am)

• My Comic Café & Craft Time at McDonald’s (4pm–6pm)

Carers Week is an opportunity to shine a light on the vital role carers play in our communities.

11/06/2026

🌟 Carers Week 2026 🌟

💜 Thursday 11th June

• Carers Week Walk at Witton Park (from 10:30am)

• Special Balance & Well-Being Group (1pm–3pm)


At Blackburn with Darwen Carers Service, we’re proud to support throughout the year, and is an opportunity to shine a light on the vital role carers play in our .

10/06/2026

Enjoyed finding out more about some of the services who support both our young carers and the carers who support our young people at the BwD Carers Celebration event this morning.