Cumbria Addictions: Advice & Solutions. CADAS provides support for individuals, carers, family and friends by promoting recovery in the community. Addiction affects people in all walks of life and is more common than many people think. ​We are here to support and help people living with addiction to find a safer, healthier way of living that […]

Homeshare is a local authority scheme that supports people to remain living independently in their own homes for longer by reducing loneliness, social isolation, and the need for formal care services. This is achieved by carefully matching householders with approved Homesharers who live in their home and provide companionship and practical support. Homesharers contribute around […]

Dalton Leisure Centre is a not-for-profit organisation run to support the local community but offering its excellent family-friendly facilities to the wider general public to enjoy. Centred around its main attraction, the 20m free form warm water swimming pool, Frog Side and Kids Splash Zone, they also offer many fitness classes, Squash, gym routines, Spinning […]

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) provides community and hospital services across the Morecambe Bay area - an area covering a thousand square miles in south Cumbria and north Lancashire. They operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital […]

MBEAM aim to improve road safety by raising motorcycle riding standards, and to prepare people for their Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) Advanced Riding Test. They provide IAM Advanced Rider Course, taster rides, regular breakfast meetings for all, members' ride outs, slow speed skills training, members' refresher rides, training of observers, IAM Masters mentors, multi-day […]

The Trust provides mental health, learning disability, autism and community based services for the whole of Lancashire and South Cumbria with a population of around 1.8 million people. The Trust specialises in secure, perinatal, inpatient and community mental health and learning disability services, including services for children and young people. Care and support is provided […]

We help all girls know they can do anything. We empower girls to: find their voice discover the best in themselves make a positive difference in their community whilst experiencing: fun friendship challenge adventure

Access 4 U promotes full inclusion of disabled people in society. They offer a wide range of services all promoting the full inclusion of Disabled People into every aspects of daily life. Their approach to inclusivity is based on many years of both personal and professional experience as disabled people and the Social Model of […]

Dalton United Juniors Football Club (DUJC) provides positive impact on the lives of our community on improving the physical and mental wellbeing of the young people, adults and the most vulnerable in the heart of our community, through the medium of Football and healthy lifestyles. Young people being active and healthy and having fun with […]

Dalton Amateur Rugby League Football Club promotes the training and playing of amateur rugby league for all age groups, children, adults, gender and all different abilities in a safe & controlled environment with qualified coaches. Activities include: Touch rugby Tag rugby festivals Ladies & girls rugby The link below will take you to the Club's […]

Shared Lives is a care and support service which offers an alternative personalised support for vulnerable adults. The support helps adults to live independently in their community with the support of a family and community network. People are matched with Carers based on shared interests, lifestyles, and sense of humour. The aim is to help […]

Samaritans is the charity that prevents suicide through the power of human connection. Connecting people in crisis with trained volunteers who will always listen. People calling for change with those who need to listen. People who've been there before with those struggling now. If you need someone to talk to, we listen. We won't judge […]

Futureproof Cumbria (previously Cumbria Action for Sustainability's Cold to Cosy Homes service) offers FREE energy-saving advice and equipment to help you make your home warmer and cost less to heat. Our team has already helped thousands of households save money on their heating bills and do their part for the planet by using less energy. […]

This service is for stroke survivors (including TIAs/mini-strokes), and families and carers of people affected by stroke. The Stroke Recovery Service will work with you to identify your personal support needs and priorities. A coordinator will contact you to organise a phone call and/or home visit to find out how you’re managing with daily activities, […]

This is a branch of Headway - the brain injury association - covering South Cumbria, an area that stretches from Shap and Appleby in the east of the county through to Kendal and Barrow in Furness in the South. They support over 70 families whose lives have been affected by acquired brain injury. They offer […]

Birchall offers trauma-informed services to people affected by rape and sexual abuse. Birchall empowers people affected by rape. sexual abuse and exploitation to recover from trauma and to reach their full potential, fostering growth and building long-lasting relationships that postively impact lives. They offer: Adult counselling Dedicated young people's therapists Play therapy for children Pre-trial […]

*Minibus transport is available from the Furness area* Growing Well Kendal is a mental health service set on an organic farm. You can get involved in growing and horticultural activities while working on improving your mental health. You can get involved in as little as two weeks from the point of getting in touch. You […]

Quit together in Westmorland and Furness! Get free expert help from our local stop smoking service and start your personalised smoke-free journey today. Smoking remains to be the single biggest cause of preventable death - the stop smoking service offers a 12-week programme to support you from pre-quit to being a non-smoker. Free stop smoking […]

A new service for people in the Furness area who struggle with sleep. In partnership with the Sleep Charity, A Stitch Different are delighted to be able to support people locally with a dedicated sleep helpline. You will be able to talk to trained, local sleep advisors. The sleep helpline operates on Fridays 12:00-4:00pm. Tel […]

Drop Zone Youth Projects (DZYP) is a dynamic youth organisation based in Furness, dedicated to raising the aspirations and achievements of young people aged 7 to 21 (up to 24 for those who are vulnerable). Since its inception in 2004, DZYP has been committed to providing safe, inclusive, and supportive environments where young individuals can […]

Here is an opportunity for small community groups to apply for funding from the Eric Wright Small Grants Fund. Does your group have an income of less than £30,000 per year? Are you based in Barrow or the South Lakes area? Does your work support young people, older people and or work to address health […]

WorkWell South Cumbria is a free, early intervention service designed to support people with health-related barriers to employment. The service is available to individuals aged 18+ (or 16+ if undertaking a work-based apprenticeship) who live in, or are registered with a GP surgery within, South Cumbria. We can support people who: Are currently in work […]

Westmorland and Furness Family Hub provides a comprehensive support system for families locally, offering a wealth of resources tailored to each stage of your child's development. From pregnancy through to young adulthood, their services are designed to guide and assist you every step of the way. At the Barrow Library Family Hub, you can access […]

Cumbria Deaf Association has been supporting deaf people since 1894. They are a local independent charity that have been supporting D/deaf people throughout Cumbria for 130 years. They welcome you to get in touch to find out how they can help you. They offer one-to-one support for individuals, children, young people and families, BSL interpreting […]

INfurness Local is an online business directory platform, operated by Barrow-based social enterprise company, INfurness CIC. Dedicated to increasing the visibility and promoting the use of locally owned independent businesses in the Barrow and Furness area, its aim is to invest in, strengthen and sustain the local economy. Their team believes that local independent business […]

Feelings of anxiety and depression can affect us all. Talking Therapies help people to explore their thoughts and feelings to make positive changes in their life. By understanding what is going on in your mind and how this makes you feel, you can notice patterns that may be helpful to change. Talking Therapies take place […]

Do you, or someone you know, need help to find or keep a job? The IPS supported employment service is now available in the Furness area, as well as the South Lakes,and the Bay areas (Lancaster and Morecambe). This NHS-funded (Integrated Care Board) initiative offers long-term (typically 12 to 18 months) face-to-face support to individuals […]

A group for the people of Dalton to have their say on matters concerning the safety, welfare, amenities and culture of Dalton, the ancient capital of Furness. The link above takes you to their Facebook group page or you can email celebratedalton@gmail.com to get in touch.

Barrow Integrated Care Community is here to ensure that the people of Barrow are supported to improve their own health and wellbeing, and that when people are ill or need support, they receive the best possible joined up care. The ICC helps empower people to take an active role in their health and wellbeing and […]

ArtWorks - Art4All are a group of volunteers with a shared love of community and accessible art. Based upstairs at the Drop Zone, they were responsible for What the Flock? - creating a deluge of Pom Poms in Barrow, a herd of sheep at Barrow Park and a baarmy calendar. ArtWorks loves to visit community […]

Active Cumbria works in partnership with a wide range of organisations with a shared vision of increasing participation in physical activity and sport. Their Five Year Plan provides  a framework which helps inform decision-making around effort and investment, and has been developed in partnership with their Advisory Board and wider sector partners to reflect the […]

Adult Learning is a hosted service delivering learning for Westmorland & Furness council and Cumberland Council, with a wide range of courses for people at all levels and interests, both qualification and no-qualification, in a broad range of subjects (English, Maths, ESOL, Arts & Crafts, Languages, Digital, Family Learning, Employability, Greener Curriculum, Health & Wellbeing […]

If your child has free school meals you can find and book free childrens' activities and events in the school holidays. The Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme is funded by the Department for Education. The programme provides fully-funded activities and meals during the school holidays for eligible children and young people. Research has shown […]

The Westmorland and Furness Council website offers information on financial support, including Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction, and Universal Credit. It explains eligibility, how to apply, and how benefits are calculated. There is also guidance on reporting changes in circumstances, backdating claims, appealing decisions, and submitting supporting documents. The site also includes contact details for […]

The Bay is a Nature and Wellbeing Programme, offering people living in Morecambe Bay the opportunity to get outdoors, connect with nature, and take part in a range of activities which cover the 5 Ways to Wellbeing. It has been set up to tackle the feelings of isolation and loneliness in Morecambe Bay. Created by […]

Warm Spots offers a warm, welcoming space for people to visit during winter. The hubs are run by a range of different organisations including churches, village halls, local councils and libraries. All Warm Spots have their own opening days and times and the services available vary. Please check with them before you travel. Warm hubs […]

Green Doctors are energy efficiency experts offering free, impartial advice to help you take control of your bills and save energy in the home. They help you take control of your bills, save energy where possible in the home, and access other services and initiatives available. They provide different kinds of support too, whether that’s […]

Westmorland & Furness Family Hub is taking care of services previously delivered by Family Action 0-19. Please click here to visit their website, or use the visit site button. You can also find their weekly sessions by searching for "Family Hub" in the Activity Hub of this website. The FamilyLine helpline is operated by Family […]

Age UK South Cumbria has recently combined Age UK Barrow and District with Age UK South Lakes, and continues to be dedicated to supporting older people across South Cumbria. They are a vital part of the community, offering advice on welfare benefits, grants, blue badges and general support and guidance as well as assistance, companionship […]