At our Ashford hub, you can develop life skills, take part in activities, meet new friends and access opportunities within your local community.
We want to support you to achieve the things you want out of life through choice, support and opportunity.
Activities
There is a wide variety of activities on offer, including:
- Life skills development
- Arts and crafts
- Cooking and baking
- Health and wellbeing activities
- Sports and physical activities
- Sensory activities
- Nature-based activities
- Getting involved in local projects
- Friendship-building and social activities
We also support people to get involved in their local community, try new activities and develop skills that can help them enjoy greater independence and choice.
Community connections
We work closely with local organisations and community partners to create opportunities for the people we support.
Our Ashford hub is also available for local community groups, organisations, businesses and members of the public to hire. We will announce details about how to hire the space, including pricing, in December. In the meantime, please contact us for more information about using the space.
Staff ratio
We offer small group activities and one-to-one support, allowing you to take part in activities of your choosing.
Getting here
Address: East Kent Mencap Ashford hub, Kennginton Parish Room 42 Upper Vicarage Rd, Kennington, Ashford TN24 9AH.
You can get directions via Google Maps here.
Prices
Prices vary according to individual needs. Please contact us for pricing information.
Your local authority can pay us directly, or you can pay for your support using your own funds or support from family members.
Free taster sessions may be available for newcomers.
How to join
To join our Ashford hub, simply give us a call or email. You can also ask your Social Care Team to refer you, or a family member, carer or support worker can contact us on your behalf.
We welcome referrals from people with a learning disability, family members, carers, support workers, social workers and other professionals.
Get in touch
For more information about our Ashford hub, call 07377 101895 Monday to Friday, 10am-2pm, or email info@eastkentmencap.co.uk.
You can also sign up to our newsletter here.
Thanks
We are very grateful to Ashford Borough Council and the Bernard Sunley Foundation for their generous capital grants, which supported our Ashford hub renovation.
