Families
Drama group dazzle crowd with Christmas performance
Thursday, 07 December 2017
by EastKentMencap
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
Wednesday, 11 October 2017
by EastKentMencap
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
Tuesday, 08 August 2017
by EastKentMencap
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
Tuesday, 23 May 2017
by EastKentMencap
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+.
- Published in Complex Needs, Families, Individuals with a learning disability, News, Supporting people, Youth Clubs
BBC Children in Need funds summer holiday club
Thursday, 10 November 2016
by EastKentMencap
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
Friday, 21 October 2016
by EastKentMencap
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
Tuesday, 10 November 2015
by EastKentMencap
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
Friday, 14 September 2012
by Admin
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.