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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Hello, just a reminder that we are closed this Friday (9th October) for staff training. Back open again as usual on Monday 12th October.

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month 🩷 Early detection saves lives, if you have any symptoms or notice any changes please contact you GP 🩷 Throughout October we will be highlighting breast cancer awareness with various session in the centre, email hayley@womenscommunitymatters.org for more info

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Women’s Centres: An essential part of the government's early intervention infrastructure. Watch the You Tube video here... youtu.be/v9Am6Qjs3fw?...

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Our basic What's On Guide for October 2026 ... Keep an eye on our social media for other events and activities.

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Our next Menopause Matters Café is 29 October, all welcome.

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

New donations page here womenscommunitymatters.enthuse.com/profile Providing a safe, welcoming, non-judgmental space for women and their families when they need it most. Help us keep our doors wide open, ensuring no one has to walk through difficult times alone. 📷 Photo Katt Yukawa on Unsplash

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Last week we welcomed Michelle Scrogham MP for Barrow & Furness to the Menopause Matters Café Drop In. Talking about her personal experiences with menopause. A busy session as we still fit in our usual chat with the medical professional on hand to answer questions and queries from the attendees.

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Our reception opening times and centre closure dates for this year. You'll also find us at www.womenscommunitymatters.org

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

If you have any leggings, warm trousers or jumpers to donate for our Clothes Bank, please drop off at reception during opening hours. Thank you for your continued support of our wonderful Clothes Bank.

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Looking for a bargain? We have a Vinted site selling items to raise funds for the charity. Updated with new items regularly. Currently selling clothes and assorted other items - have a look and make us an offer :) You'll find us at www.vinted.co.uk our name on the site is wcmbarrow

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

FOCUS on Volunteering at WCM Volunteer Staff Team We have staff who are specifically here to support you in your volunteering role, check in with you regularly and check whether you need anything. You can speak to one of the team in person. 01229311102 volunteer@womenscommunitymatters.org

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

FOCUS on Volunteering at WCM Safe environment Our ethos of love, care, compassion and kindness is at the heart of our community of wonderful women (and a few lovely men) who want to make the world a better place. A safe space to learn and grow. 01229311102 volunteer@womenscommunitymatters.org

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

FOCUS on Volunteering at Women's Community Matters One-to-one supervision Optional one-to-one sessions with an experienced staff member. We understand that life happens and you might need a bit of help to achieve your goals Get in touch... 01229311102 volunteer@womenscommunitymatters.org

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Pop up Charity Shop Friday 18 September 10-2pm, The Nan Tait Centre Abbey Rd Barrow LA14 1LG Mens and women's clothes, baby and children's clothes, books, CDs, DVDs, jewellery, ceramics, toys and games and more. Lots of new stock Free entry, come and grab a Xmas, stocking filler or bargain

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

FOCUS on Volunteering at WCM Volunteer Celebration Lunch We host 2 celebration lunches a year, 1 during Volunteers Week in June and 1 near Xmas. A free lunch, get waited on by our staff and it’s a chance for our Staff team to say thank you Contact: 01229311102 volunteer@womenscommunitymatters.org

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🛋️ Volunteer’s Room 🛋️ We have a dedicated volunteer’s room which is a comfortable space for a break, have lunch or have a chat. There are lockers to keep your personal belongings safe along with a notice board keeping you up to date Get in touch... 01229311102 volunteer@womenscommunitymatters.org

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Group Coffee & Chat Every few months we have a coffee and chat session (attendance optional). Chat over a brew and a sweet treat or two! Any feedback, suggestions or issues, talk things through and find solutions together. Contact: 01229311102 volunteer@womenscommunitymatters.org

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Training Opportunities As a volunteer you will get •An induction to the building and volunteer role •Session covering; Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Boundaries, Equality & Diversity •Optional training opportunities topics decided by our volunteers 01229311102 volunteer@womenscommunitymatters.org

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Thank you to Nat and team at Tesco for the generous donation of sanitary products.

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Women’s Community Matters Book of the Month (September 2026) Katz E (2022) Coercive Control in Children’s and Mothers’ Lives, Oxford University Press, Oxford See also dremmakatz.com

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

You’ll also find us on - please like, share and follow 🙂 Facebook - Women’s Community Matters Instagram - @wcm_barrow Threads - @wcm_barrow Vinted - wcmbarrow and you can find out about our opening times/what's on guide etc. at www.womenscommunitymatters.org

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Women's Community Matters, Barrow in Furness @wcmbarrow.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

We are part of the Co-op Local Community Fund. Just six weeks to go. To find out more about our project and choose to support us, click here: membership.coop.co.uk/causes/95852 Thank you to all of you who have already chosen us as your local cause :) 💜💙 🙏

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