News
We are thrilled to share that Jez and Holly are engaged!
Friday, 08 September 2023
It brings us great joy to let you know that Jez and Holly are now engaged! Jez and Holly met through East Kent Mencap and live in our shared housing accommodation. Family, friends, and East Kent Mencap staff joined Jez and Holly at their wonderful engagement party to celebrate. Jez said: “I love
Hilary’s dream holiday to Silverstone
Friday, 18 August 2023
Hilary recently went on holiday with Support Worker, Tamara. She takes time out to reflect on her fantastic time and talks to East Kent Mencap about her wonderful holiday. Hilary said: “I went on my dream holiday to Silverstone to watch the Grand Prix. I was supported by Tamara. We stayed at a beautiful Manor
ASDA Foundation donate to the GOLD Café Club
Thursday, 17 August 2023
Our GOLD (Getting On with Learning Difficulties) project was delighted to receive a donation of £600 from the ASDA Foundation for their Thursday Café Club. Tracey from the Broadstairs ASDA Store popped over to present the cheque to an enthusiastic group at the club in Ramsgate. The group are all adults with a learning difficulty
- Published in Fundraising, GOLD, News
Bringing Everyone Together, Creating Lasting Memories
Tuesday, 15 August 2023
The 75th Anniversary East Kent Mencap Fun Day was hosted at the Ramsgate Hub on 3rd August 2023. With a turnout of 120+ people from the Sheppey, Herne Bay, and Thanet Hubs and housing, the event reunited old friends and created some great memories. A highlight of the day was the array of magical performances,
Inspirational drama production
Friday, 04 August 2023
‘My Life’ is an inspirational drama production, based on quotes from people with a learning disability and performed by individuals who attend East Kent Mencap Thanet Hub. Support Worker, Tris, said: “The project aimed to break down barriers in how people think about individuals with a learning disability. I felt it was important to share
East Kent Mencap interviews Lee
Friday, 04 August 2023
Lee has been coming to East Kent Mencap since it opened in Sheppey in 2011. He has achieved a great deal during that time and most recently, moved into his own flat. Read on to find out about Lee’s journey from supported living to independent living and discover how he loves to volunteer. What do
East Kent Mencap takes centre stage with an entertaining cruise show
Tuesday, 01 August 2023
East Kent Mencap put on a high-energy musical extravaganza show at Holy Trinity Church, Margate on Thursday 27th July. The audience was taken on an entertaining cruise show across Europe and Africa, with performances from the Ramsgate Hub drama group, who are all people with a learning disability. There was trouble ahead for the joyful
East Kent Mencap interview Senior Support Worker, Maria Kourellias
Friday, 30 June 2023
As part of our 75th anniversary celebrations, we are interviewing key people who have been involved with the charity, including members of our award-winning staff team. Maria Kourellias has been at East Kent Mencap for 9 years. She shares in five minutes what it is like to be a Senior Support Worker and how she
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Celebrating Learning Disability Week 2023
Thursday, 29 June 2023
We celebrated people with a learning disability and their amazing achievements during Learning Disability Week from 19th to 25th June 2023. David said: “Sport keeps you fit and is good for your mental health. I recently took on a challenge to cycle across Thanet to raise money for the East Kent Mencap Spring Forward Challenge.”
- Published in News
GOLD talk about working with Canterbury Christ Church University
Thursday, 29 June 2023
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,
