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Here I Am

Learning disability has been invisible for too long. It’s time to see people with a learning disability for all they are and all they can be.

Join the Here I Am campaign, spread the word and help change the future.

Watch the campaign video and join the chat below.

Understand me

Got questions about learning disability? Who better to ask than someone who has a learning disability!

We got Aeren to answer a range of questions. Take a look at the chat to see what she said, and find out about her experience of having a learning disability...

Chat with Aeren
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More about this campaign

This is our biggest campaign ever. We've got lots of fun activities planned, and loads of interesting stuff for you to take part in.

Go to our Here I Am homepage to find out about what we're doing and how you can get involved.

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Join our online community

Learning disability is a complicated subject, and trying to find the right advice for you can sometimes be hard.

We're launching a new online community for parents and family carers of people with a learning disability. Here, people can talk to each other about their experiences, and share support and guidance.

You can register your interest in joining the community by completing our online form.

Complete the form
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Order Christmas cards and gifts from Mencap

Every time you buy cards or gifts from our online store you are directly helping people with a learning disability

Find out how you can support Mencap this Christmas.

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Help and advice line

Do you have a learning disability? Are you a parent, carer or family member? 

Mencap Direct is a free service where you can get advice and information about learning disability, and help find the right support in your area.

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Advice from Mumsnet

Mumsnet provide online advice and support around pregnancy, babies and children.

As part of this they offer information about special needs; including information on special educational needs at school.

Find out more by clicking the button below.

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