directly supporting people with a learning disability. They support them to live the lives they want. This could see them doing pretty much anything – from day-to-day things like cooking or helping with finances, to day trips and craft projects. It varies from person to person, but it’s always aboutContinue Reading

We want to have made a significant and measurable improvement to people’s attitudes towards people with a learning disability. We want to have contributed to improving the quality of life for people with a learning disability. We want more people with a learning disability to have stronger friendships and relationships,Continue Reading

Current situation People with a learning disability should be able to live their life in the way they choose, like anyone else. Getting the right care and support can be crucial for this to happen. Mencap believe that people with a learning disability must also have choice and control over where they live andContinue Reading

is to transform society’s attitudes to learning disability and improve the quality of life of people with a learning disability and their families. Our big plan is divided into 6 priorities. These are the areas of life we want to have the biggest impact on, the areas where there isContinue Reading

is a world where people with a learning disability are valued equally, listened to and included. Our challenge, alongside people with a learning disability and their families, is to make this world a reality. Right now, people with a learning disability face inequalities in every area of life. We needContinue Reading

Putting people first Our business is about people, people who need hope and deserve a better future. It’s about finding the spark that enables each of the people we support to grow in self-worth and where possible, independence. Being supportive Being a loyal and true friend to the people weContinue Reading