Barrow & District Disability Association

24/07/2026

💖 We couldn't be prouder! FOUR Love Barrow Community Awards 2027 nominations! 💖

Everyone at Barrow and District Disability Association (BDDA) is absolutely delighted that we've received four nominations in this year's Love Barrow Community Awards.

A huge congratulations to:

🌟 Barrow and District Disability Association (BDDA), our staff and volunteer team
🌟 Keith Cort
🌟 Nat Culver
🌟 Marie Hooper

These nominations reflect something we see every day – kindness, compassion, encouragement and people going above and beyond to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

At BDDA, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to feel valued, included and supported. Seeing our organisation, staff and volunteers recognised by the community is incredibly special.

To Keith, Nat and Marie – thank you for everything you do. You, along with the whole team at BDDA, make Barrow a kinder, stronger and more welcoming place.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate us. Your support means the world to us and reminds us why we do what we do every single day.

Congratulations to all the nominees across our community, and best of luck at the Love Barrow Community Awards 2027! 💗🎉

Keith Cort, Nat Culver, Marie Hooper,

Love Barrow Awards

19/07/2026

26/06/2026

☀️ A fantastic Brew with a View session yesterday! Great company, plenty of creativity, fresh air and beautiful views. Thank you to everyone who joined us 💜

11/06/2026

💜 Carers Week 2026 (8–14 June) 💜

This year's theme is Building Carer Friendly Communities.

Carers play a vital role in supporting family members, friends and loved ones. They deserve to be recognised, understood and supported in every part of community life.

At BDDA, we thank all carers for the incredible difference they make every day.

11/06/2026

❤️ Healthy Hearts Roadshow ❤️

Free blood pressure checks and friendly heart health advice are coming to communities across Furness and South Lakes this June.

No appointment needed – just drop in.

📅 See poster for dates, times and locations.

Protect your heart, protect your family. ❤️

Everyone welcome.

04/06/2026

🎉💙 It's ! 💙🎉

This week we're celebrating the incredible volunteers who give their time, skills, energy and kindness to support Barrow & District Disability Association.

Whether you're welcoming visitors on reception 😊, supporting our social activities and groups 🎨, helping in the café ☕, supporting our administration team 🗂️, helping at community events 🎪, fundraising 🤝, or working behind the scenes ❤️, you all play an important part in making BDDA the special place it is.

🌟 Thank you for everything you do. We couldn't do what we do without you! 🌟

💙 Interested in joining our volunteer team and making a difference in your community? Get in touch to find out more!

📞 01229 432599

📧 [email protected]

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02/04/2026

Team Barrow has awarded £2.8m to support 12 brilliant local voluntary and community organisations - all through the newly renamed Sue Johnson Impact Fund, honouring Sue’s incredible legacy with Drop Zone Youth Crew.

Over the next four years, this funding will help strengthen much‑loved groups including Women's Community Matters, Age UK South Cumbria, Mind in Furness, Citizens Advice Barrow, Carer Support Furness and more.

Alongside this, there’s also £400,000 for the People Helping People Fund, bringing residents together through community projects and £100,000 for Barrow Resolve CIC, to continue tackling poverty and social exclusion.

This investment is part of Team Barrow’s £5m Social Impact Fund, helping local groups create long‑term, positive change for our town.

Read the full story here https://brnw.ch/21x1bdb

02/04/2026

🌼🐣 Happy Easter from BDDA! 🐣🌼

Wishing all our clients, volunteers, and community a peaceful and joyful Easter 💛

📅 We’ll be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday, and back open as normal in between.

💜 We’re here for anyone who needs support, guidance, or just a friendly chat. From advice on benefits and services to social groups and activities, BDDA is here to listen, guide, and connect 🤝🤲🏻

Take care, enjoy the long weekend, and don’t eat too much chocolate… (or do 🍫😉)