Further Information outside of physical activity
Housing Support Scheme
The Government have announced the scheme will be further extended to help with the rising cost of living. The Household Support Scheme will be run by the Council and local partners, to assist residents of Blackburn with Darwen to access food, support with energy and water bills, and other essential items.
Ways to stay connected
Video Calling
Many people are using video chat to stay in contact with their friends.
FaceTime, Whatsapp and Skype are just some of the video calling platforms that can give you and your loved ones some such needed face-to-face contact.
Apps
Houseparty is a popular face-to-face social networking app which allows you to communicate and have fun- you can even play a variety of games with your friends in the app.
Social Media
Social Media such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram can be a very powerful space for people to feel connected to others.
Befriending Services
If these online options are not suitable, befriending services can arrange for a friendly volunteer to call you for a chat.
Links and Apps
To sign up to Facebook, please follow the link below to get started.
Skype
Skype makes it easy to stay in touch
To sign up to Twitter, please follow the link below to get started.
Age UK Befriending Services
For more information about Age UK’s Befriending Services, or if you would like to get in touch, or complete a referral form, please follow the link below.
Simple Group Chat and video calling.
Houseparty
The face to face social network.
FURTHER SUPPORT
For personalised support, information, motivation or guidance to look after your emotional and physical health call The Wellbeing Service on 01254 682037 or email wellbeing@blackburn.gov.uk
Phone lines are open 09:00-17:00 Monday to Friday