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!
Ramsgate Mayor Raushan Ara Donates £500 Towards the Community Confidence Project
Wednesday, 05 May 2021
The Mayor of Ramsgate, Councillor Raushan Ara, made a donation of £500 to East Kent Mencap. This is one of her chosen charities during her term as the Mayor, and she has been a loyal supporter. The donation of £500 is going towards the Community Confidence Project in Ramsgate, which is a project for our
Activities Starting To Resume At Our Day Resources
Friday, 30 April 2021
Slowly but surely in line with government restrictions, our members have been returning to the Day Resources and have been building up their confidence to resume some of the sessions that they were taking part in before. At the Swale Day Resource, our members have been getting stuck in with various activities, including cooking, art
Sittingbourne and Sheppey MP Gordon Henderson Saves the Minibus
Tuesday, 27 April 2021
The Swale Day Resource Team was in desperate need of a parking space for the Day Resource’s minibus, and faced the very real risk of losing it. Luckily, Gordon Henderson, who is the MP for Sittingbourne and Sheppey, was able to obtain a space for the vehicle at the council. Lauren Kay, our Swale Day
Tackling barriers to accessing the COVID-19 vaccine
Friday, 12 March 2021
A pilot scheme to make it easier for people with a learning disability to receive the COVID-19 vaccine was launched this week. A visit to one of the large-scale vaccination centres may not be the most accessible way to receive a vaccine if you have a learning disability; the sheer size and amount of people
No room for the bus!
Thursday, 11 February 2021
Our Day Resource in Sheerness is desperately looking for somewhere to park their minibus, or risk losing it. The bus is used to transport people with a learning disability to activities around Swale. Centre Manager, Lauren Kay, explained, ‘having the bus to get out and about means that everyone could travel together safely and easily,
Herne Bay Virtual Art Exhibition
Thursday, 07 January 2021
Last summer, Members of our Art and Photography Group at Herne Bay Day Resource went foraging for materials in the local area. They used the materials to create these stunning artworks and photograph them. We hope they will bring some joy during these challenging times. If you would like to know more about becoming a
Let people with a learning disability know the local community cares about them this Christmas
Friday, 27 November 2020
At East Kent Mencap we usually celebrate Christmas with shows, parties and pantos. Sadly, we know that this year is going to be rather different with the restrictions in place. It will be especially tough for our members with a learning disability with most of their clubs and services closed, and many unable to visit families and friends. So we want to spread some festive cheer and let them
A new home brings a new start
Tuesday, 24 November 2020
Two of our members are looking forward to a new start after East Kent Mencap purchased a house for them! Our member Stephen originally asked EKM for advice for him and his flatmate, Nick, as they were having some problems with their current home. Housing Manager, KimDorman, commented that, ‘finding good rental properties in Thanet
EKM’s Student Placement goes ahead Virtually!
Friday, 30 October 2020
This summer, East Kent Mencap took part in the University of Kent’s Employability Points Scheme. This is a scheme run by the University in which students gain points for co-curricular activities and spend them on rewards such as internships, work experience and project placements. This innovative scheme encourages students to develop their soft skills by