We recently heard from a range of carers to hear what’s working well, what could be better, and what matters most. We wanted to make sure that our services, and any changes we make, are based on what carers want and need. This feedback will help shape our services and how we involve carers in […]
Bexley Mencap self advocacy group Respect held a ‘Bus Safety Day’ on Wednesday 9th July to help people with a learning disability who might be anxious about using public transport. Respect Friday Group members planned the day from start to finish using their local travel knowledge and skills with support from Sharon and Ibi from
Bexley Mencap’s tennis group were featured as part of a special Sports & Information Day for Learning Disability Awareness Week, held at Bexleyheath Sports Club. Over 100 people with a learning disability, carers and supporters, took part in the multi-sport event which also included football from Charlton Athletic, rugby from Gravesend RFC, boccia from Bexley
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Bexley Mencap and Respect Group member, Nimisha was invited to afternoon tea at the House of Lords with Baroness Sheila Hollins. The occasion was to celebrate her being Highly Commended in a Colouring Competition run by Beyond Words. The award followed a special ceremony as part of Mental Wealth Festival at City Lit adult education
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Bexley Mencap members Joshua and Liam received awards at the annual BVSC Volunteer Excellence Awards on Thursday 12 June. Joshua won first prize with an Inclusive Voluntary Award and trophy for overcoming barriers to become engaged in volunteering and Liam was commended in the same category. Joshua has been volunteering for 3 years at the
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Many people we support are feeling worried about the Government’s plans to change disability benefits. These changes could have a big impact on people’s lives; especially people with a learning disability, long-term health needs and autisitic people. That’s why we were very happy to host an important meeting in our office, bringing local charities together
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Bexley Mencap is thrilled to announce the expansion of its highly impactful Healthy Lifestyles programme, which offers an inclusive range of weekly activities such as keep fit, tennis, gardening, football, and social clubs. These activities promote physical health, emotional well-being, and social inclusion for people with learning disabilities. The need for programmes like Healthy Lifestyles
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It was a busy last weekend in April with first a sponsored cliff top walk and then marathon fun! Both to raise money for Bexley Mencap’s work to support people with a learning disability and their carers and families. On the Saturday, Jamie Menzies, and his son Samuel and daughter, Phoebe, walked the 21km path
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