We're Mencap. We support people with a learning disability to live their lives to the full.
A Disability Charities Consortium (DCC) open letter to the Prime Minister
The open letter calls on
the Government
The Government are the people who run the country. They decide how much tax people should pay for things and how things like the National Health Service should work.
to back young disabled people and invest in their futures ahead of the Milburn Review which is looking into the increase in the number of young people not in
education
Education is when you learn things. When you fill in a form to get a job, education means you write where you went to school, college or university.
,
employment
Employment means having a job.
and training.
Seen, Heard, Screened: a new exhibition
What is it really like to go for cancer screening if you have a learning disability A learning disability is to do with the way someone's brain works. It makes it harder for someone to learn, understand or do things. ? Explore research Research is a way of finding out information which could come from books, or asking people what they think. and real stories in our new, free exhibition, which runs from 8 October to 30 October at weekends in Blue House Yard, London.
Latest news and stories from Mencap
By Mencap
It's time to book your winter vaccinations
Research shows that people with a learning disability are more likely to become seriously unwell from winter illnesses, including the flu and pneumonia.
In October it's important that those most at risk get their winter vaccinations.
Write your will for free
Free Wills Month is taking place this October, giving Mencap supporters aged 55 and over the opportunity to write their will for free.
Check whether there's a participating solicitor in your area and take the next step towards writing your will.
Have you come across any barriers trying to get into work?
If you've struggled to find work or opportunities and are 16-24 years old, with a learning disability, and not currently in education, employment or training, we'd like to hear your stories. They will help us campaign A campaign is when people work together to try to change something. for change.
Shop at Mencap because style has no stereotype
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Myth
A myth is an idea about something that is not true.
Buster Michael wears many hats - baker, business owner, athlete and fashion fan - and now he’s got a new role as the face of Mencap shops’ menswear. He's here to prove style has no stereotype, by celebrating flair and self-expression this
Down Syndrome
Down syndrome, also known as Down's syndrome, is a type of disability. People with Down syndrome may find it hard to learn new things and may need support. They may have more problems with their health too.
Awareness Month.
Mencap's online shop
We have some amazing finds available online!
You'll find everything including clothing, accessories, collectables, homeware, vinyl and much, much more on our eBay shop.
What benefits can a person with a learning disability apply for?
Watch our Helpline team explain which benefits you can claim for if you have a learning disability.
Current room vacancies for people with a learning disability
How the right support changes lives
Supported living is when you live in your own home with support from staff. People who live in supported living have a tenancy agreement.
and personal support services for thousands of people with a learning disability across the UK.
This video shows Robert's story and the importance of person led support.
Need to talk to someone?
Our free helpline service offers advice and support for people with a learning disability, and their families and carers.