Tag: learning disability
KM Charity Zombie Charge
Saturday, 27 October 2018
Do you have what it takes to survive the outbreak? You will have three life tags attached to you as you attempt to travel through the park, tackling various obstacles - can you keep them away from the Zombies? This terrifying event is being organised by the KM Charity Team and will be held on Sunday 28th October 2018 at the Betteshanger Country Park, near Deal.
Summer Festival 2018
Thursday, 09 August 2018
Everyone with a learning disability, as well as their families and friends, are invited to come along to our Summer Festival on Thursday 9th August at Margate Football Club.
KM Colour Run
Sunday, 10 June 2018
Become a real life canvas and run, jog or walk for charity in the exciting and very popular Colour Run event all in aid of East Kent Mencap. This colourful event is being organised by the KM Charity Team and will be held on Sunday, June 10th, 2018 at the Betteshanger Country Park, Nr Deal.
Job Vacancy – Support Workers – Independent Living (Thanet)
Friday, 01 June 2018
We are currently looking to recruit a number of full time support workers to join our Supporting Independence Service team in Cliftonville. Working to the guidelines of Valuing People Now, you will offer a personalised service to up to 11 adults with learning disabilities within our two supported living homes located in Cliftonville. You will utilise their personal support plans to enable them to develop the life skills that they require to become as independent as possible within their own homes and their community.
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Job Vacancy – Community Support Worker (Herne Bay)
Friday, 01 June 2018
We are currently seeking a support worker for the supported living service in a 4 bedded property in Herne Bay and to work with community based individuals in the surrounding areas. You will work shifts on a flexible rota pattern and this will include evenings, weekend, bank holidays (enhanced pay available) and sleep-in’s (payable at £70.47 per night). As a full time employee of East Kent Mencap who is covering two sleep-ins a week, you will earn between £21,829.92 and £24,273.40 per annum.
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Buster’s Charity Firewalk
Sunday, 20 May 2018
It is going to be the shortest, hottest and scariest walk of 2018 and you can help East Kent Mencap by taking part and raising some funds for our charity. The event will be held at the Mercure Great Danes Hotel in Maidstone at 7pm on Sunday 20th May 2018.
KM Big Bike Ride
Saturday, 28 April 2018
Riders of all levels are invited to take part in the annual KM Big Bike Ride in Kent to support East Kent Mencap. The 50 or 100 kilometre charity ride is being staged by the KM Charity Team and will be held on Sunday 29th April 2018 starting from Betteshanger Country Park, Deal, Kent.
Pair brave 100ft drop to raise funds
Wednesday, 18 April 2018
A daring duo took part in the KM Charity Abseil this year to raise money for people with a learning disability. Trustee, Paul Pinder, who is also one of our tenants, challenged Canterbury Community Manager, Della Heaton, to conquer the 100ft drop.
KM Assault Course
Saturday, 14 April 2018
Take part in Kent’s ultimate dirty day out to raise money for East Kent Mencap with the KM Charity Team’s new adrenaline event. The KM Assault Course Challenge will be held at Betteshanger Country Park near Deal on Sunday 15th April 2018.
Focus on: Fitness
Tuesday, 10 April 2018
We spoke to our Fit Start Ambassador, David Benson, to get an insight into his healthy lifestyle and how attending the club has improved his well being.