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!