Stories
Read our stories below to find out the most recent happenings for East Kent Mencap, our members, supporters, and staff. Tell us about your experiences with East Kent Mencap here!
East Kent Mencap – Services update
Wednesday, 06 May 2020
by EastKentMencap
We are making sure that, during this challenging time, all our members, their families and carers feel connected, supported and safe. To help stop the spread of Coronavirus we suspended some of our services earlier this year. We are pleased to be able to tell you that we are now returning to Day Resource sessions
Easy Read – Cooking Crispy Chicken
Friday, 17 April 2020
by EastKentMencap
You can download a printable version of this Easy Read recipe here. You can watch a video of how to create this meal on our YouTube channel here.
The ultimate list of things to do at home!
Friday, 17 April 2020
by EastKentMencap
Need ideas for how to entertain yourself without going out? This is the ultimate list of things to do at home! And most of them are completely free! Got something to add to this list? Get in touch with us on Facebook and let us know. We’ll be adding to this page over the next
Easy Read version of Prime Minister’s Letter
Wednesday, 08 April 2020
by EastKentMencap
You can download a printable version of this Easy Read letter here.
East Kent Mencap in desperate need of PPE
Wednesday, 08 April 2020
by EastKentMencap
East Kent Mencap, who provides critical support for people with a learning disability, are appealing for donations of face masks, aprons and plastic visors as their supplies are running worryingly low. Chief Executive, Jason Gerlack, said, ‘we have welfare colleagues struggling to care for vulnerable people who are themselves being placed at serious risk. We
Makaton Hand Hygiene Signs and Symbols
Friday, 20 March 2020
by EastKentMencap
You can download a printable version of this information here.
Large print poster – Wash your hands more often for 20 seconds
Friday, 20 March 2020
by EastKentMencap
You can download a printable version of this poster here. You can download a web accessible version of this poster here.
Easy Read guide – Wash your hands more often
Friday, 20 March 2020
by EastKentMencap
You can download a printable version of this poster here. You can download a web accessible version of this poster here.
Easy Read information about Coronavirus
Friday, 20 March 2020
by EastKentMencap
You can download a printable version of this information here.
Image cards to use to support communication about Coronavirus – With words
Friday, 20 March 2020
by EastKentMencap
You can download a printable version of these cards here.