Darwen Community Helpers

06/09/2026

🪁 Looking for something to do today?

The St Anne’s International Kite Festival is scheduled to be on for its final day today!

I went over yesterday with some friends and it was such a lovely day out. ❤️ There’s lots to see, a brilliant atmosphere and it’s definitely worth a visit if you fancy getting out and about this Sunday.

The kite flying is scheduled from 11am–4pm, weather permitting. 🪁🌊

05/09/2026

Good morning everyone ❤️

I just wanted to start this morning by saying a massive thank you to everyone who reached out after my video yesterday. The comments, messages and kind words have genuinely meant so much to me.

I won’t pretend it isn’t sad, because it is. That shop holds a lot of memories for me and it’s been quite a journey, with plenty of highs and lows along the way.

But I also know in my heart that I’ve made the right decision. Sometimes the right decisions are still the ones that hurt a little.

The shop will also be going up on the market very soon, so if you know anybody who may be looking for a commercial space in Darwen, please feel free to share or point them in our direction. It could be the perfect opportunity for somebody else to start their own chapter there.

Today is a new day though, and we keep moving forward.

Have a lovely Saturday everyone, and once again, thank you.

04/09/2026

This has been one of the hardest decisions I’ve had to make, but I know in my heart it’s the right one. ❤️

One chapter of DCH is closing, but please know… DCH isn’t going anywhere. There is still so much ahead of us. ❤️

04/09/2026

🌸 Good morning everyone! Happy Friday! 🌸

We hope you’ve all had a lovely week and are ready for the weekend. 💛

Just a little reminder that our Diamond Art Class is on this afternoon from 1pm–3pm at Darwen Community Helpers. 💎✨

Come along, get creative, have a cuppa and enjoy a couple of relaxed hours with some lovely company. Whether you’re a regular or fancy joining us for the first time, you’ll be made very welcome. 🥰

Have a beautiful Friday everyone! 💛

03/09/2026

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Coming soon to our Saturday Morning Creative Circle at Darwen Community Helpers - Pumpkin Workshops (dates to be confirmed next week). Make your own set of 3 pumpkins.

You will make your pumpkins in the first workshop and the following week you will decorate them. More details and images coming on Monday. :D

03/09/2026

🚨 URGENT REQUEST 🚨

Does anyone have any DACA school trousers in a 34 or 36 inch waist, please?

We are urgently trying to help a local family and would be incredibly grateful if anyone has a pair they no longer need. 🙏❤️

Please message us if you can help.

Thank you so much xx

03/09/2026

🌿 Something new is coming this October… The Sunday Reset. 🌿

As we head into the darker, colder months, I know how easy it can be for the winter blues to creep in. The evenings get longer, we get out less, and sometimes we can feel a little more isolated too.

So I wanted to create something positive to look forward to each month. 💚

On the last Sunday of every month, I’m opening just 10 places for women to come together in Darwen for a relaxed afternoon of wellbeing, self-care, good conversation and connection.

We’ll enjoy refreshments and a little Tropic pampering, reflect on the month we’ve had, set some intentions for the one ahead and you’ll have your own Sunday Reset workbook to use and take home, plus a little treat. 🌿✨

And the community continues afterwards too. Everyone who attends will be invited into our private WhatsApp group, where we can stay connected, encourage each other and hopefully make those darker months feel a little less dark. 💚

Places are £15, including the full two hour experience, refreshments, workbook, Tropic pampering, activities, take home treat and our private community afterwards.

📅 Sunday 25th October
⏰ 1pm to 3pm
📍 Darwen
💚 £15 per person
🌿 Only 10 places

Come with someone or come completely on your own. You don’t need to know anybody and you certainly don’t need to have your life together. 😂 Just come as you are.

Bookings are through my new page Glow The Right Way, so please give my new page a follow and message me there if you’d like to join us. 💚

https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ee8YAKtVM/?mibextid=wwXIfr

A little something to look forward to, all the way through winter. 🌿✨

03/09/2026

Good morning everyone ❤️

I wanted to share something from yesterday that really stayed with me.

A lovely lady finally found the courage to walk through our doors and ask for help. She told us she’d wanted to come in many times before but had always felt too nervous to take that first step.

She came in upset, but left smiling, feeling welcomed and knowing she wasn’t on her own. She even said she’s going to tell a friend about us who also needs some support.

So if you’ve ever thought about coming into DCH but felt nervous, please know our door is open. Sometimes taking that first step is the hardest part.

Have a lovely Thursday everyone ❤️

02/09/2026

💛 IMPORTANT NOTICE – THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 💛

Darwen Community Helpers will be closed on Thursday 10th September as myself and members of our team will be taking part in the Darwen to Blackburn walk for World Su***de Prevention Day.

This is something that is incredibly close to my heart.

As someone who is part of the Orange Button Scheme, trained in su***de awareness and prevention, and who also has personal lived experience, I know just how important it is that we continue to talk openly about su***de and mental health.

Through my work at DCH, my training and my own personal experiences, I have seen and experienced just how important the right support can be at the right time. It is one of the reasons I feel so strongly about raising awareness, breaking down stigma and making sure people know that they don’t have to face their darkest moments alone.

We will also be walking in memory of those we have personally lost to su***de — people whose absence is still felt, whose lives mattered and who will never be forgotten. 💛

Sometimes noticing somebody isn’t themselves, asking twice if they’re okay, listening without judgement, or knowing where to signpost someone can make more of a difference than we realise.

We have therefore made the decision to close our Community Hub for the day so that our team can come together and take part in this important walk.

We will walk from Darwen to Blackburn to remember those we have lost, support those who may be struggling today and help spread one very important message:

You do not have to struggle in silence. Your life matters, and there are people who will listen. 💛

Thank you for understanding why we have chosen to close for the day and for continuing to support the work we do within our community.

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02/09/2026

🎉 DCH EVENTS UPDATE! 🎉

Things are filling up fast, so here’s where we’re currently at…

🎄 York Christmas Market Trip – FULLY BOOKED!
Saturday 5th December
Thank you so much to everyone who has booked. We can’t wait! ❤️

🎡 Blackpool Zoo & Lightpool Festival – ONLY 20 PLACES LEFT!
Monday 26th October
If you’ve been thinking about joining us, please don’t leave it too late.

💃🕺 Northern Soul Christmas Party – 90 PLACES LEFT!
Saturday 19th December
Get ready for a brilliant night of Northern Soul, dancing, a cold buffet, raffle prizes and the amazing Alan Bradshaw! 🎶🎄

It’s lovely to see so many people getting involved in our trips and events. There’s lots to look forward to over the next few months! ❤️

📩 Please message our page if you would like to book or pop into DCH and see us.