The importance of benefits for people with a learning disability
The UK Government wants to make changes to the benefit system, and we’re speaking to them to make sure that people with a learning disability are listened to. In this video Bryony from the Mencap
Voices Council
The Mencap Voices
Council
A council is also called a
local authority
A local authority is also called a council. They are a group of people who make decisions about some of the things in the area where you live like schools,
social care
Social care means the services that give care and support to people who need it.
(support for people), parks and dustbin collection.
. They are a group of people who make decisions about some of the things in the area where you live. These include: schools, social care (support for people), parks and dustbin collection.
are a group of 12 people with 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.
. They share their views and experiences to help Mencap's Board of Trustees make decisions.
, talks about why benefits are important.
Friday 21 March is World Down Syndrome Day
World
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.
Day was chosen to be held on the 21st day of the third month each year, to signify the triplication of the 21st chromosome which causes Down Syndrome.
On this day we are asking you to spread awareness and fundraise for Mencap by Rocking Your Socks so we can continue to support people with a learning disability across the UK.
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March is Free Wills Month
This March, if you are 55 or over you can write your will for free.
The best way to secure your families future is with a valid will, but did you know you can also support Mencap by leaving a gift in your will? Gifts in Wills allow us to continue striving for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability.
Easy Reads about conditions
Find out about some conditions associated with a learning disability through our series of Easy Reads.
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