Nature Based wellbEing sessions Starting on FebRuary 12th
Brain Health Breakthrough - Empowering Communities
Brain Health Breakthrough CIC are expert-by-experience, community-led organisation that has been supporting people living with chronic illness for over five years. ( Long Covid, ME/CFS brain injury and Chronic Fatuige and other long term illness)
We are delighted to be collaborating with Pendle Plant Craft to deliver a series of inclusive wellbeing sessions based at their beautiful site.
My motivation for this work is deeply personal. I would have loved to join some of Pete Compo foraging walks and events myself, but living with fluctuating chronic fatigue means I’m unable to walk far, stand for long periods, or tolerate too much noise, light, or busy environments.
As a result, I’ve often chosen social isolation to protect my wellbeing. Yet I am a huge lover of nature, plants, and the deep healing benefits they offer. I believe everyone deserves the chance to experience this kind of connection — in a way that is gentle, accessible, and thoughtfully designed for people with similar challenges.
These sessions have been created especially for people living with chronic illness, fatigue, sensory sensitivity, or fluctuating energy levels — If this is you or you know a family members or loved ones who may share these struggles.
We are running a drop-in session next Wednesday 14th Jan, 1pm–3pm, followed by fully funded regular monthly sessions on Thursdays, 12pm–3pm. Starting Februray 12th
If you’d like to join our mailing list to stay updated, please email me — we’d love to welcome you. Details on poster
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visit our Long covid Hope Exhibition 4th Oct-1st NoV
Brain Health Breakthrough - Empowering Communities
Come and find out how Brain Health Breakthrough CIC provides trauma-informed peer support to individuals navigating these life-changing health conditions.
🗣️ One community member shares:
“Long Covid can change life so dramatically. It can leave you grieving for the active part of yourself — the version of you that could exercise, enjoy holidays, and socialise without chronic fatigue. Life doesn’t get any easier, and the losses are often invisible to others.
Our group has created a safe space — a place where the tears we usually keep inside are allowed to flow. A place where honesty is welcomed, and nothing needs to be sugar-coated. We say it how it is. And often, after the tears and the grief, come shared laughter and holding on to the small, joyous moments that still matter.”
🌿 Join Our Open Community Events This October!
🧵 Explore our collaborative textile art, co-created with our community
🧠 Discover how we support people living with #LongCOVID
🤝 Meet the team and learn practical strategies for managing energy-limiting conditions
🗓️ Friday 10th October | 1:00 – 2:00 pm
🗓️ Saturdays 11th & 25th October | 1:00 – 3:00 pm
📍 THE BUREAU CENTRE FOR THE ARTS C.I.C.
♿ Accessibility
The venue has plenty of seating in light and airy spaces
Disabled parking available on Richmond Terrace, Blackburn (for Sat Nav directions)
Walk down Museum Street (signposted for Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery)
Pass the Museum, then turn left onto the back street leading to the accessible entrance for The Bureau
Enter through the back door, continue through the café to reach the main event space
We look forward to welcoming you 🌱 Our organization is dedicated to empowering communities by providing resources, education, and support to those in need. We believe that everyone deserves access to a better life, and we work tirelessly to make that a reality. Through our programs and partnerships, we strive to create a more equitable and just society for all. Join us in our mission to make a difference!
Project in progress
Wellbeing in the Woods
By request from our community, we ran a Wellbeing in the Woods session this year. The event provided a chance for people to connect with nature, support their wellbeing, and enjoy time together in a calm, restorative environment.
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🎨 Activities
We’ve planned a relaxed and creative afternoon with a choice of nature-inspired activities for you to enjoy at your own pace:
🌈 God’s Eyes – A colourful, mindful weaving craft (see attached photo)
🪵 Stick Whittling – Connect with nature through simple wood carving
🧶 Nordic Braiding – A calming handcraft (you can check out a video of Stacey and me doing this on our Instagram, or find tutorials online)
🌿 Hammocks – Take a break and relax among the trees
There’s something for everyone, whether you want to get hands-on or just enjoy the peaceful woodland setting.
🍽️ Food & Drinks:
We’ll be serving a warm and welcoming selection of refreshments, including:
☕ Tea, coffee, herbal teas, and hot chocolate
🍕 Pizza wraps, freshly cooked over the fire — gluten-free wraps will also be availableYour donation helps support our organization's mission to make a positive impact in the community. We appreciate your generosity and support!