Love Barrow Families

Love Barrow families is designed with families, for families. We're working together to keep Barrow-In-Furness children, families and communities safe.

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What a day at Greenheart Den!
Easter fun, crafts, egg hunts & games
Thanks to Gracie for donating eggs.
Thanks to #HAF25 & Westmorland and Furness Council for making it happen

Funders & partners – let’s talk about what’s possible when we back communities.
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Exciting news! Love Barrow Families has been awarded Team Barrow's Year 1 Social Impact Fund!
This vital partnership with @WandFCouncil, @BAESystemsplc, & @BarrowRising means we can continue offering core services to families & communities in Barrow, who need them most.

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A busy night at Hindpool Hangout with Easter cakes, a great buffet & plenty of games!

Join us every Monday at The Raiders (side door, Clive Street) for a fun, safe space for young people aged 8-12.

Thanks to @cumbriapfcc & @BarrowRaiders for their support!

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Love Barrow Families was delighted to host Katy of The Segelman Trust.

It was a great opportunity to discuss how we can further develop our services for children & families in Barrow-in-Furness. Thank you, Katy, for your continued support! #LoveBarrowFamilies #TheSegelmanTrust

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Today we’re celebrating the incredible women in Barrow — mums, carers, grandmothers & volunteers who hold families together.

Your strength, love & resilience inspire us every day. Thank you.

#IWD2025 #LoveBarrowFamilies #StrongerTogether

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At Love Barrow Families, we take a holistic approach to care - helping people struggling with complex needs is a smart investment. By addressing mental health & sustainable support, we reduce long-term costs and strengthen our community.

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This week, our toddlers made homemade flowers and Valentine’s cards for their mums, played with Duplo, and popped bubbles!

Plus, they enjoyed toast and pancakes! It’s all about fun, learning, and connection.

#BarrowInFurness #LoveBarrowFamilies #LittleLearners #ValentinesDay

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Support a Growing Community Initiative!
Every Thursday, Love Barrow Families hosts a Dads Group at the Old Fire Station. This initiative connects dads & strengthens the local community.
We’re seeing real change—let's keep the momentum going!
#BarrowInFurness #LoveBarrowFamilies

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Our Little Learners had a sensory-filled day exploring foaming soap and making music with a tambourine! These activities encourage creativity and fine motor skills while building an early love for learning.
Here’s to more educational fun next week!
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As part of our Healthier Streets Project, volunteers were out at Smeaton Street Community Garden today, fixing storm damage & clearing litter - working to make Barrow cleaner & greener.

1 in 10 English streets are litter-free—let’s change that! Connect with us to find out more.

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Last week, one of the children at our Hindpool Hangout created a beautiful thank-you card for Dean, one of our Family Support Workers.

Dean’s support makes a lasting impact, it’s moments like these that highlight the importance of family-focused initiatives.
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The data is clear: poor parental mental health is the #1 reason for child protection referrals in England https://t.co/aoUyRVIPL7

Love Barrow Families provides vital support to local families, your funding can help us expand our reach & make a bigger impact.
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Our Youth Squad created dances, gymnastics and solo acts, our young people wowed us with their creativity, confidence, and teamwork.

A big thank you to Marie for donating prizes and to everyone who makes these opportunities possible.
#LoveBarrowFamilies #YouthEmpowerment

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New stats show parental mental health is the leading cause of child protection referrals in England https://t.co/aoUyRVJnAF

We’re addressing this by supporting families through mental health support. Get in touch to hear more.

#MentalHealthSupport #Funders #LoveBarrowFamilies

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A busy morning at the LBF Community Allotment!

We installed new composters (donated by a fellow allotment holder) & prepped for next week’s @RSPBEngland Big Garden Birdwatch with @SacredTeaching.

Thanks to @RoyalHortSoc for their guidance!

#CommunityAllotment #Sustainability

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Little Learners
A weekly space for children to enjoy sensory play & parents to connect.
Thanks to your feedback, we’re working to add Health Visitor advice sessions & child weighing services!

#LoveBarrowFamilies #LittleLearners #BarrowCommunity

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Wishing all our families, supporters and partners a wonderful Christmas. Thank you for being part of Love Barrow Families, we're looking forward to an exciting 2025.

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Have you heard about our Little Learners sessions? We welcome babies & toddlers for free sessions with rhyme time, a snack and a range of activities.

We meet on Tuesdays at The Old Fire Station, Abbey Road, from 11am to 12pm.

#lovebarrowfamilies #lovebarrow #barrowinfurness

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Exciting news!

Our Education Coordinator, Leigh, successfully completed an Introduction to British Sign Language with @CumbriaDeaf .

This is one small step toward an even more inclusive Barrow community. Well done, Leigh!

#lovebarrowfamilies #inclusion #lovebarrow #bsl