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!
GOLD talk about working with Canterbury Christ Church University
Thursday, 29 June 2023
by EastKentMencap
During Learning Disability Week we spoke with the GOLD (Getting On with Learning Difficulties) group about their collaboration with Canterbury Christ Church University to assist nursing students with their training and hear what they think about it. Fiona Wonford, GOLD Project Manager, Daniel Marsden, Senior Lecturer and Professional Lead in Learning Disabilities at Canterbury Christ Church University,
Life in supported living accommodation
Tuesday, 06 June 2023
by EastKentMencap
Our supported living housing based in Herne Bay, Swale, Deal, and Thanet is perfectly located to access local amenities and public transport. We support people to be as independent as possible and live within the community. Arkley Road is our supported living chalet bungalow in Herne Bay. It has five bedrooms and is a light
The East Kent Mencap Interview: Paul Wood
Tuesday, 07 March 2023
by EastKentMencap
To celebrate East Kent Mencap’s 75th anniversary it was a great pleasure to interview inspirational member of 33 years, Paul Wood, to learn about his experience of moving into independent living, and to find out what he wants to do most in 2023. Paul first started using East Kent Mencap services when he was 17
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Members Committee launch t-shirts to support East Kent Mencap
Tuesday, 28 February 2023
by EastKentMencap
To coincide with East Kent Mencap’s 75th anniversary, the Members Committee chose to design a range of colourful branded t-shirts which are available for people to buy. The t-shirts were created to raise awareness and money for East Kent Mencap. East Kent Mencap Member, Amy, explained: “My design features a beautiful rainbow. These t-shirts are
The Members Committee talk about their recent achievements
Tuesday, 28 February 2023
by EastKentMencap
The East Kent Mencap Members Committee speaks up and represents all the people with a learning disability who use our services. The Members Committee plays a vital role in our charity. They have collaborated with numerous organisations, successfully delivered a wide variety of projects, and are always on hand to listen and support our
Listen Up! New GOLD health podcast
Wednesday, 23 November 2022
by EastKentMencap
GOLD (Getting On With Learning Difficulties) has just launched their latest podcast with a focus on health. Hear how the GOLD group has been working with Canterbury Christ Church University and Kent and Medway Medical School to help train student health staff to make using health services better for people with learning disabilities. Listen to Cathy Bernal, RNLD, MSc, SFHEA, Senior Lecturer at Kent
Saturday Club for young people with autism
Tuesday, 08 November 2022
by EastKentMencap
We now run a FREE Saturday Club for young people with autism at Herne Bay. The club is for young people, from 11 to 18 years old, to make friends, share experiences, go on trips and take part in community activities. We have just received additional Kent County Council Reconnect funding to pay for trips
Thanet Day Resource Surprise the Public With a Flash Mob for the Queen’s Jubilee!
Tuesday, 07 June 2022
by EastKentMencap
Members at Thanet Day Resource did a surprise flash mob in Ramsgate high street for the Queen's Jubilee.
- Published in News, Resource Centres, Stories
Swale Day Resource Hosted a Craft Stall at Beachfields Park for the Queen’s Jubilee
Monday, 06 June 2022
by EastKentMencap
Swale Day Resource hosted a craft stall at Beachfields Park in Sheerness on Sunday to spread the word about EKM's work in the local community.
- Published in News, Resource Centres, Stories
Members’ Photography to Feature in Art Exhibition
Thursday, 03 February 2022
by EastKentMencap
Members’ Photography to Feature in Art Exhibition in Ramsgate
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