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Patrick and Carson

GOLD partners with local artist to create ‘Icons of Ramsgate’

The Icons of Ramsgate project was developed by Ramsgate artist, Carson Parkin-Fairley and its aim was to shine a light on the residents of Ramsgate. Carson delivered a series of workshops with the East Kent Mencap GOLD group, Pie Factory Music, and a local women’s social group, The Screaming Mary Club. Icon artworks were created
Herne Bay Hub Craft Session

Community Hub Support Worker Herne Bay

Community Hub Support Worker Salary/Rate: £10.65 per hour. Location: Herne Bay, Kent Hours: Full-time Closing Date: 5th January 2024 About East Kent Mencap: East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support for individuals with learning disabilities. We believe in promoting independence and supporting our Members to lead the life they choose and

Support worker for Swale Community and Housing

Salary/Rate: £10.65 plus £70.47 per sleep in shift Location: Swale, Kent   Hours:  37 Hours  Closing date:  04/01/2024 About East Kent Mencap: East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support for individuals with learning disabilities. We believe in promoting independence and supporting our Members to lead the life they choose and be part
Pat in her chair

East Kent Mencap interviews Pat Brownsell, who has used the services for over six decades

Pat talks about supported living, her love for photography, going on holiday, and how to get away with not doing any ironing!  Pat lives in Clarence House. East Kent Mencap purchased this property in 2018 in response to the need for supported living accommodation for older people.   What do you enjoy most about living at
Christmas bauble appeal

Launching our Festive Bauble Appeal

Help us to make Christmas merry for all! We are launching our Festive Bauble Appeal to support people with a learning disability. Over the festive season, we will be hosting events and activities for people with a learning disability to celebrate in a supportive and welcoming environment. Christmas can be a lonely time, especially for those
Halloween at East Kent Mencap

Halloween Extravaganza 2023 

Our Hubs in Herne Bay, Margate, Ramsgate, and Swale enjoyed unforgettable Halloween celebrations.   At Herne Bay, they transformed the Hub into a spooky wonderland. The day began with a Halloween scavenger hunt and games, followed by a delicious lunch. Everyone enjoyed trying out new fun games and visiting the specially created sensory scare room. In
Lucy and Amy Rutland

Celebrating Trustees Week: An inspiring interview with Amy Rutland, East Kent Mencap’s Chairperson and Executive Director

This week we celebrate Trustees Week and all the amazing work our Trustees do for East Kent Mencap. Amy Rutland, East Kent Mencap’s Chairperson and Executive Director, talked to us about her role as a Trustee, how she got involved with the charity, and the special bond with her sister, Lucy.  What motivated you to

Complex Needs Support Worker

Salary/Rate: £10.95-£11.75 Location: Thanet, Kent   Hours:  37 Hours  Closing date:  06/12/2023 About East Kent Mencap: East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support and care for individuals with learning disabilities. We believe in promoting independence and helping our Members to lead fulfilling lives in the community. We are looking for a dedicated
KiCA Awards 2023 Lucy, Lea and Paul

East Kent Mencap KiCA Awards 2023 

We are thrilled to announce that the East Kent Mencap staff team achieved six finalist places and two awards at the Kent Care Awards 2023.   Congratulations to our finalists:   Emma Croucher for Workforce Development Award  Fiona Wonford for Putting People First Award  Karen Roberts for Supported Living Registered Manager  Lauren Kay for Frontline Leader Award  
About Us video with Charlie, Ellie and Tina playing tennis

Launching out new ‘About Us’ video

To give you an insight into our values and show you how we support people with a learning disability, we have created a new ‘About Us’ video to celebrate and showcase our work.  Working with Benjamin Film Photography, we spoke with people who use our services and our amazing staff team to produce a video
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