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GOLD partners with Looping The Loop for Social Singing Sessions
Wednesday, 15 May 2024
by EastKentMencap
GOLD (Getting On with Learning Difficulties) Project has partnered with arts organisation, Looping The Loop for Social Singing Sessions. Singing has been shown to boost your mood, reduce stress and improve your wellbeing. This week marks Mental Health Awareness Week and the 12 week programme of singing for people with learning difficulties at Foresters Hall,
East Kent Mencap welcomes therapy ponies to Herne Bay Hub
Tuesday, 14 May 2024
by EastKentMencap
At a recent wellbeing session at East Kent Mencap’s Herne Bay Hub the atmosphere was filled with excitement and happiness as everyone enjoyed a special visit from therapy ponies, George and Spud. This event was made possible through the generous efforts of East Kent Mencap’s Senior Support Worker, Vicki, who organised a raffle to raise
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Community Support Worker Thanet
Tuesday, 14 May 2024
by EastKentMencap
Salary/Rate: £11.44 Location: Thanet, Kent Hours: 37 Hours Closing date: 14/06/2024 Community Support Worker: We all know the right job can be life-changing, but how about a job that just might change someone else’s life as well? East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support and care for individuals with learning disabilities.
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Support worker for Sheerness Community and Housing
Friday, 10 May 2024
by EastKentMencap
Salary/Rate: £11.44 plus £70.47 per sleep in shift Location: Sheerness, Kent Hours: 37 Hours Closing date: 10/06/2024 About East Kent Mencap: East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support for individuals with learning disabilities. We believe in promoting independence and supporting our Members to lead the life they choose and be part of
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Natalie takes on new 39 steps Spring Forward Challenge
Tuesday, 07 May 2024
by EastKentMencap
Natalie has triumphed over immense challenges and is once again proving her resilience by embarking on a new challenge to support our Spring Forward Challenge 2024. Natalie has Down Syndrome and battled COVID in 2020, which included 15 days on a ventilator and multiple bouts of pneumonia. She recovered with great bravery and set herself
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Herne Bay Hub Cleaner
Friday, 03 May 2024
by EastKentMencap
Herne Bay Hub Cleaner Salary/Rate: £11.44 Location: Herne Bay, Kent Hours: 10 Hours Closing date: 03/06/2024 About East Kent Mencap: East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to providing support for individuals with learning disabilities. We believe in promoting independence and supporting our Members to lead the life they choose and be part of
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Hub Support Worker Herne Bay
Wednesday, 01 May 2024
by EastKentMencap
Hub Support Worker Salary/Rate: £11.44 per hour. Location: Herne Bay, Kent Hours: 1 x 35-hour vacancy Closing Date:1st June 2024 Hub Support Worker We all know the right job can be life-changing, but how about a job that just might change someone else’s life as well? East Kent Mencap is a leading organisation committed to
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East Kent Mencap interviews CEO, Jason Gerlack
Thursday, 11 April 2024
by EastKentMencap
As our 75th anniversary comes to an end we interview East Kent Mencap CEO, Jason Gerlack, about his career, working at the charity, and his love of music. Can you share the story of your journey to becoming part of East Kent Mencap? I have worked in various welfare and managerial settings for nearly 39
Step into Spring with the Spring Forward Challenge 2024
Tuesday, 09 April 2024
by EastKentMencap
Would you like to take on a challenge to raise money for people with a learning disability to achieve more amazing things? Join us this Spring and make a real difference. During April and May, we are encouraging everyone to choose a challenge that inspires them. You might like to learn how to bake a
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The Mayor of Ramsgate Commemorates East Kent Mencap’s 75th Anniversary
Tuesday, 02 April 2024
by EastKentMencap
East Kent Mencap celebrated a significant milestone on Thursday 28th March 2024, as it marked 75 years of supporting people with a learning disability. The event took place at Foresters Hall in Ramsgate, where over 50 guests gathered to celebrate the organisation’s achievements. The Mayor of Ramsgate, Pat Moore, planted a cherry tree in the