Hydrotherapy pool given go ahead at Burnley care centre

Charter House Recourse Centre has been supporting adults with disabilities and learning difficulties for 13 years and will be installing the pool after identifying increased demand for the service.

Following discussions with local social workers, physiotherapists, members of the community and service users, it decided the pool was essential as the current waiting list to use this service sits at 12 months and many people are unable to travel to other sites.

Receiving support from Burnley Council, Charter House Resource Centre and Sensory Room C.I.C. the pool will be built at the day-care centre in Moorse Street, Burnley.

The company hope to make hydrotherapy more engaging and accessible, with the pool being the first of its kind in Burnley.

Boasting a variety of state-of-the-art equipment, the pool includes floating fibre optics, LED motion lighting, wall projectors, wall-mounted speakers and a ceiling track hoist.

The pool provides a number of benefits for people suffering with muscle injuries (Image: Charter House Burnley)

Jason Smith, manager at Charter House Resource Centre, said: “We are extremely excited to be bringing such a well-needed facility to the Burnley community and are looking forward to welcoming you all to view the completed project.”

As well as supporting those with disabilities, it will also be available to people suffering from physical ailments such as musculoskeletal disorders, arthritis, sports injuries, limited mobility and chronic pain.

The pool aids in reducing muscle and joint pain, improving range of motion and strengthening muscles.

Additionally, the project is expected to bring more job opportunities to the Burnley area through the construction process and on-site following construction.

The space will also be available for private hire and can be accessed by anyone who requires the service in the community.

Contributions were also made by The Key Fund, Screwfix Direct, The Lottery Fund and Sport England which helped towards construction of the new building extension and enabled the internal decoration to be finished to a modern and high standard.