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20 January 2020
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9 May 2023
By Mencap
The residents at a supported living home in Coventry made the most of My Fund to choose a range of new experiences that brought a smile to their faces.
Making music has had a positive impact on Dan, improving his confidence and coordination.
Lilly-Mae and her family were able to go on holiday after applying to My Fund successfully, and made the most of spending time together doing things they love.
Football fan Jamie applied to My Fund so he could have the chance to sit in the stands and watch his beloved Manchester United with his friends.
My Fund helped Ishaaq get a new laptop to help him learn, engage in therapy sessions, and have fun. His father, Eiman talks about the difference this has made.
A great holiday will give you memories that last a lifetime - and that's exactly what Maddie used My Fund for!
21 April 2023
Annette and Tina are cost of living advisors on Mencap’s Learning Disability Helpline in England.
11 April 2023
Impact of cost-of-living crisis on people with a learning disability, their families and carers.
6 April 2023
31 March 2023
Kayleigh was in inpatient units between 2004 and 2014. Her mum Wendy describes how the lack of appropriate community support to meet Kayleigh's needs has lead her family to live "on a knife edge."
Sam was at Winterbourne View from 2009 and 2011. His dad Steve describes the lack of accountability faced by those responsible for his mistreatment there, in spite of the impact it continues to have on their lives.
Les and Elaine have felt "powerless" to help their son Leslie, as decisions about his care were taken away from them once he turned 18, leading to a downward spiral in his welfare. Here they explain why.