Stories
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Living with Cystic Fibrosis
Tuesday, 07 May 2019
Lee is 31 years old and regularly attends sessions at our Resource Centres in Thanet. On Tuesday 9th April, he delivered a talk to his peers and support staff at our Ramsgate Resource Centre about living with Cystic Fibrosis. With support from his keyworker, Fiona Wonford, and Mum, Annette, Lee stood in front of more than 20 people to explain what the disease is, how it affects him personally and the challenges he faces daily.
- Published in Individuals with a learning disability, News, Stories
Job Vacancy – 2 x Personal Assistants (NVQL3)
Thursday, 25 April 2019
Two part time Personal Assistants are required to support a 19 year old student with physical disability. This young man will be commencing a course at Canterbury college in September 2019 and will be living close by in student accommodation. He is engaging and sociable and requires support to further develop his independence and allow him to enjoy student life to the full. He enjoys films and music as well as Xbox. He will need support in undertaking some college assignments.
- Published in Jobs, News, Staff, Working with us
Staying safe online
Wednesday, 03 April 2019
In January, Kent Police hosted an Internet Safety Workshop for people with a learning disability at our Herne Bay Resource Centre. The workshop covered social media, online scams and briefly touched on personal safety at the request of the attendees. Local Vulnerable Adult Intervention Officer, PCSO Dan Mimran led the workshop alongside his colleague, PCSO Matt Farley.
- Published in News, Resource Centres, Stories
Major expansion
Tuesday, 15 January 2019
We have finally completed the purchase of Foresters Hall in Ramsgate after Thanet District Council agreed to sell the property through a Community Asset Transfer. Foresters Hall, which includes a listed building from 1811, as well as other properties, will provide us with much needed space to expand its services for people with a learning disability and their families.
- Published in Fundraising, Making a difference, News, Stories
From junk to funk
Friday, 14 December 2018
Our shining stars dazzled the crowd in their annual show in November. We stage a show every Christmas to showcase the amazing talent of the people with a learning disability who attend weekly sessions at our Resource Centres in Thanet.
- Published in News, Resource Centres, Stories
Christmas comes early
Monday, 03 December 2018
Margate Football Club kick-started the festive season for us by surprising our tenants with free tickets to a home game. On Saturday 24th November, football fans; Daniel, Louis, Stephen and Nick were supported by Senior Support Worker, Tamara Boarer to attend the Bostik League match against Bishops Stortford. Despite suffering a loss of 4-1, the group thoroughly enjoyed the day cheering on the team. They were given the opportunity to try out the 3G pitch themselves and even got to meet Margate FC Striker, Joe Taylor!
- Published in Housing, News, Stories, Supporting people
Photography group showcase stunning images
Monday, 29 October 2018
We were delighted to welcome the Mayor of Margate to our photography exhibition this month. The photography group attend weekly sessions at our Margate Resource Centre to learn new skills.
- Published in News, Resource Centres, Stories
Pupil’s Voice
Monday, 01 October 2018
We have been working closely with Foreland Fields School to raise the confidence of young people through discussions about their rights, alongside presentations from local groups. Foreland Fields School opened it’s doors to visitors from local businesses and groups in July to celebrate the first year of an exciting initiative to give pupils a voice about their future.
- Published in Making a difference, News, Stories
Befriender – Volunteer
Tuesday, 28 August 2018
East Kent Mencap are looking for a companion who would like to spend time with one of our older tenants on a regular basis. She is active and frequently likes to go on days out and weekends away. She loves spending time out and about and is looking for a mature female to share her love of arts and crafts, accompany her on trips, and have a chat over coffee on Wednesday and/or Thursday afternoons. This role would suit someone who is laid back and cheerful, with a good sense of humour.
- Published in Jobs, News, Staff, Supporting people, Volunteers, Working with us
Volunteer Vacancy – Executive Committee
Wednesday, 22 August 2018
Do you have a background in finance? Always wanted to do something helpful and give back to a charity? East Kent Mencap are looking for a volunteer with financial experience to join the board of trustees as our new treasurer.
- Published in Jobs, News, Volunteers