Sarah Ford
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love, connection, and the power of choice
For many 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.
,
relationships
Relationships are about the people in your life. You might have different types of relationships like friendships, family relationships, or a boyfriend or girlfriend.
are important, but experiencing love or being with loved ones isn’t always possible because they are not given the chance or opportunities.
Barry and Betty: A Story of choice and love
Barry and Betty, two people with a learning disability, have found love and connection with support from Mencap. With a dedicated support team, they make choices that help them thrive together, improving both their physical and mental well-being.
Mencap empower people like Barry and Betty, to build confidence,
independence
Independence means doing things on your own. Making your own choices.
, and the skills to lead fulfilling lives. Our services offer
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.
, training,
employment
Employment means having a job.
, and opportunities to engage in society and build meaningful relationships - Through our support, people can connect, build relationships, and participate in activities that bring joy and fulfilment.
Help give people the power of choice
This Valentine’s Day, your donation can give more people with a learning disability the power of choice, just like Barry and Betty.
With your support, more people can make choices that lead to happier, healthier lives and create their own stories of love, connection, and freedom.
By Mencap
Ciara Lawrence