Organization
Mencap
Mencap is the UK's leading charity for people with a learning disability, providing supported living, employment support, and a free helpline across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland since 1946. Its FamilyHub online community and national campaigns work to make the UK the best place for people with learning disabilities to live happy and healthy lives.
About
Founded in 1946 by a group of parents determined to improve life for their children with learning disabilities, Mencap has grown into one of the UK's largest disability charities, supporting people with learning disabilities, their families, and carers across hundreds of communities. It campaigns for a society where people with a learning disability are valued, heard, and treated as equal citizens.
What They Do
Mencap provides supported living and personal care services, helping thousands of people with learning disabilities live as independently as possible. Their employment programme supports people into paid work, and the free Mencap Helpline (0808 808 1111) offers advice for individuals and families. FamilyHub is their dedicated online community for parents and carers, and national campaigns press government for improved healthcare access, education inclusion, and welfare reform for people with learning disabilities.
Who They Serve
People with learning disabilities of all ages across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, alongside their families and carers seeking advice, connection, and advocacy.
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