Blogs

The 2024 Paralympic Games took place in Paris between 28 August and 8 September. During the games, Josh, Bexley Mencap member and tennis player and Nick, Income & Development Officer, went to visit the official fan zone at Battersea Power Station in London to find out more. ‘The first thing I didn’t realise was how

Bexley Mencap’s Walking Group. It’s great; we get to walk in the park and talk about anything that interests us.’ So says Chris, a member of Bexley Mencap’s weekly Walking Group. The group meets every Wednesday in Danson Park and is open to anyone who fancies a leisurely hour long stroll. ‘Each week we take

Bexley Mencap’s Singing Group meets every Thursday afternoon; firstly, face to face and then later on as a Zoom group for other members who cannot attend in person. This helps to ensure maximum access. ‘The singing group is a great way for members to express themselves in a safe and supportive environment,’ says Kim, Bexley

  Bexley Dodgers Boccia Club has come a long way since its origins as a walk-in taster session in 2008.  The Club has grown over the years and now runs a recreational session as well as competition training.  This year the Superstars team won the qualifying rounds for the Boccia England season in Kent and

We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded £50,000 by the Postcode Community Trust thanks to a Millionaire Street winner close by! This award comes at a crucial time for us and not only underscores the vital role that we play in the community but also shows the impact our work has on

12 Bexley Mencap members took part in our first ever five a side Football competition recently. The event, at Bromley Town Football club, featured Pan Disability teams and although we’d never played as a side before, everyone played well and we even won one game 4-0! The enthusiasm on the pitch was only matched by