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!
The ultimate list of things to do at home!
Friday, 17 April 2020
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
You can download a printable version of this Easy Read letter here.
East Kent Mencap in desperate need of PPE
Wednesday, 08 April 2020
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
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
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
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
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Image cards to use to support communication about Coronavirus – With words
Friday, 20 March 2020
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Image cards to use to support communication about Coronavirus – No words
Friday, 20 March 2020
You can download a printable version of these cards here.
Important information about Covid-19 (Coronavirus)
Friday, 20 March 2020
Important information about Covid-19 (Coronavirus) from East Kent Mencap’s CEO Jason Gerlack East Kent Mencap has closed all services at our centres in Margate, Ramsgate, Herne Bay and Sheerness. This is to keep everyone safe and stop the Coronavirus (COVID-19) spreading. Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new type of illness. There are now a number of people