Families

Drama group dazzle crowd with Christmas performance

On Thursday 30th November, our Thanet drama group took centre stage for their annual Christmas Variety Show. The all singing, all dancing extravaganza was put together by the group during their weekly drama sessions at Margate resource centre. The drama group, who all have a learning disability, have been preparing for the show all year long.

Canterbury team host grand party

In September, our Canterbury service staged a spectacular soiree for over 100 people at the Marine Hotel. Guests included people with a learning disability who had previously used our services in the Canterbury District but also parents and carers who have supported us over the years.

Hundreds flock to Summer Festival

On Thursday 3rd August, hundreds of people flocked to our one day festival for fun, football and falafel in the sunshine. The free event at Margate Football Club made sure everyone felt included regardless of age or ability during this Summer extravaganza.

Children & youth provide Easter holiday clubs

For the Easter holidays, our children & youth department provided clubs for young people of all ages. The project included a five-day club for 8-15 year-olds, and a three-day club for young people aged 16+.

BBC Children in Need funds summer holiday club

BBC Children in Need recently funded us to run youth clubs during the school holidays, providing the opportunity for young people with a learning disability to take part in community activities.

East Kent Mencap expands Youth Services

Following a number of successful funding bids, we are in the process of expanding our Youth Services to meet the requirements of young people with higher support needs.

BBC Children In Need fund East Kent Mencap’s youth clubs

BBC Children In Need is currently funding East Kent Mencap to run youth clubs during the school holidays, providing the opportunity for young people to take part in community activities.

Jason & Luke: Holiday clubs

Here, Jason talks about both his and his son Luke's experience of our holiday clubs, and how they have made a difference to their lives.
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