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Public health is responsible for the delivery of a wide range of services including stop smoking, alcohol and drug misuse services, public health services for children and young people aged five to 19, the national Child Measurement Programme, weight management, NHS Health Checks, accidental injury prevention, dealing with health protection incidents and sexual health services.

Fuel Poverty Fact – Day 5: Help is Available!We’ve been sharing important facts about fuel poverty throughout the week f...
28/11/2025

Fuel Poverty Fact – Day 5: Help is Available!

We’ve been sharing important facts about fuel poverty throughout the week following Fuel Poverty Awareness Day on Wednesday.

If you live in Blackburn with Darwen and are worried about fuel debt, a cold home or anything linked to heating costs or poor energy efficiency, then we are here to help.

Please get in touch with the service most relevant to your situation and we can support you directly or point you towards our partners who can help with wider issues from our services linked below. 👇

The Council’s housing standards team can help you to understand your rights when renting a property and lead you to the ...
28/11/2025

The Council’s housing standards team can help you to understand your rights when renting a property and lead you to the right place for you to get help.

Care Network’s Healthy Homes Service can also provide help if you are struggling with damp and mould in your property.

You can contact them via phone by ringing – 01254 507255 or you can visit their website linked below.

www.carenetwork.org.uk/damp-mould-and-condensation

Fuel Poverty Fact – Day 4: Who is Affected Most?Yesterday was Fuel Poverty Awareness Day, and we’re continuing to highli...
27/11/2025

Fuel Poverty Fact – Day 4: Who is Affected Most?

Yesterday was Fuel Poverty Awareness Day, and we’re continuing to highlight why this issue matters to our community.

Fuel poverty doesn’t impact everyone equally. In Blackburn with Darwen, single-parent households and families with young children are among the most affected, often having to prioritise essentials like food and rent instead of heating.

Growing up in a cold home can also influence a child’s development and education - but help is available. Visit the council’s Family Hub website linked in the comments below to find advice and information on the help available for young families. 👇

Louie has come to Blackburn with Darwen to support our families with potty learning. He has broken the approach down int...
26/11/2025

Louie has come to Blackburn with Darwen to support our families with potty learning. He has broken the approach down into three manageable steps to build the skills up bit by bit.

Step 2 is SLOW AND STEADY!

When starting to potty train your child it is important to make sure you start off slow and build up the potty sits so that they happen daily.

After nap times and 20-30 minutes after eating are good times for potty sits. This might mean that they sit on the potty around five or six times a day.

Don’t keep them on the potty for too long – five minutes is enough. Having the potty in the bathroom sets a good routine. Your child will need to use the bathroom soon, so you can start as you mean to go on and keep the potty there.

When sitting your child on the potty, ensure their knees are above their hips and are well supported, with their feet on a flat surface. This is the best position for emptying their bladder and bowels.

Praise your toddler if they poo or wee on the potty. Some children love seeing their progress on a potty-training chart. A chart can be used to record every poo or wee, or just simply for sitting on the potty and having a go. It is good to have some nappy off time after a poo or wee, so your child learns how this feels.

To read more on what Louie has to say click https://bewellbwd.com/louie-says/

Fuel Poverty Fact – Day 3: The Efficiency IssueToday is Fuel Poverty Awareness Day!A low Energy Performance Certificate ...
26/11/2025

Fuel Poverty Fact – Day 3: The Efficiency Issue

Today is Fuel Poverty Awareness Day!

A low Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating means heat (and money) can easily escape through walls and roofs.

The good news is that improving home energy efficiency can make a huge difference. Cosy Homes in Lancashire can advise on grant schemes that may help you upgrade your home.

You can also access the Little Van of Warm service, which installs simple energy-saving measures free of charge (subject to eligibility).

Support is closer than you think: visit both services linked in the comments section below. 👇

Fuel Poverty Fact – Day 2: Fuel poverty is a major health issueTomorrow is Fuel Poverty Awareness Day and we’re continui...
25/11/2025

Fuel Poverty Fact – Day 2: Fuel poverty is a major health issue

Tomorrow is Fuel Poverty Awareness Day and we’re continuing our mission to support households in need for help.

Living in a cold, damp home can increase the risk of respiratory problems, heart conditions and poor mental health, particularly for children and older people. Raising awareness helps us work together toward safer, warmer homes for everyone.

A cold house increases the likelihood of damp and mould. Find advice on how to treat these on our Damp & Mould prevention page linked below. 👇

Do you live in a rented property?Your landlord is responsible for providing a safe and healthy property for you to live ...
25/11/2025

Do you live in a rented property?

Your landlord is responsible for providing a safe and healthy property for you to live in. This also includes a home which is kept free from damp and mould caused by defects.

If you face any issues with your landlord, the Council’s housing standards team can help you.

This team is there to help you understand your rights and lead you to where you can get help.

Click the link below for more information 😊

Housing standards | Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Fuel Poverty Fact – Day 1: The local pictureThis Wednesday is Fuel Poverty Awareness Day and throughout the week we’ll b...
24/11/2025

Fuel Poverty Fact – Day 1: The local picture

This Wednesday is Fuel Poverty Awareness Day and throughout the week we’ll be sharing important facts to help shine a light on the issue here in Blackburn with Darwen.

Fuel poverty arises when a household struggles to afford to keep their home warm. It’s often caused by a mix of low income, rising energy costs and poor energy efficiency.

Sadly, nearly 1 in 5 families have to make tough choices about heating, food and other essentials - but help is out there.

If you, or someone you know, is finding it hard to manage heating bills visit our Household Support Fund page linked below. 👇

There are many things you can do to help prevent damp and mould. Here are five top tips:• Keep rooms heated between 18 –...
21/11/2025

There are many things you can do to help prevent damp and mould. Here are five top tips:
• Keep rooms heated between 18 – 21 degrees
• Open windows to release moisture if you can
• Cover pans when cooking
• Run cold water first when having a bath
• Dry clothes outside or in a well-ventilated room

These are some tips on how to reduce the moisture in the air and make sure the air can move around the house.

For more information on how to deal with Damp and mould click the link below 😊
https://bewellbwd.com/damp-and-mould/

Louie has come to Blackburn with Darwen to support our families with potty learning. He has broken the approach down int...
19/11/2025

Louie has come to Blackburn with Darwen to support our families with potty learning. He has broken the approach down into three manageable steps to build the skills up bit by bit.

Step 1 START EARLY!

Starting early allows your baby to become familiar with the potty. When your baby can safely sit up without needing to be supported, start sitting them on a potty.

This is usually when they are around 6-8 months. We know this might feel early.

Keep in mind your child is unlikely to ‘get potty trained’ at this stage, it’s more about helping them become used to how it feels to sit on a potty.

If they do a wee or poo, have nappy-off time for around 30 minutes so they can get used to how this feels.

To read more on Louie’s advice click https://bewellbwd.com/louie-says/

Today Is International Men’s DayThis year we would like to give a big shout out to all our male We Are Undefeatable Stor...
19/11/2025

Today Is International Men’s Day

This year we would like to give a big shout out to all our male We Are Undefeatable Story tellers!

They have all done a fantastic job in sharing their inspiring journeys with the community of Blackburn and Darwen. By sharing their stories they have encouraged others with long term health conditions to acknowledging their own needs and to reach out for help.

Well done to all our role models who have reached out for help so far! 😊

If you would like to read about our story tellers journeys click

https://bewellbwd.com/?s=we+are+undefeatable&id=119

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Damp and mould can have a severe impact on your health. It can cause childhood asthma and increase the risk of respirato...
18/11/2025

Damp and mould can have a severe impact on your health. It can cause childhood asthma and increase the risk of respiratory illnesses.

Click the link below to learn more on how you can treat damp and mould in your home

www.carenetwork.org.uk/damp-mould-and-condensation

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