Stories

Fri, 14/02/2025

What do you contribute?

I want to tell people about the things I am able to do - not focus on what I…

Wed, 05/02/2025

"People with a learning disability are dying younger than they should be."

Vijay Patel, a Campaigns Officer at Mencap, is dedicated to advocating for the…

Mon, 14/10/2024

National Hate Crime Awareness Week: Standing Together Against Hate

National Hate Crime Awareness Week (NHCAW) is a crucial time to raise awareness…

Wed, 19/06/2024

“I am an activist fighting for the rights of disabled people.”

Fri, 14/06/2024

About the "Do you see me?" campaign

"Hi guys, here is my blog about Mencap's "Do you see me?" campaign. Hope you…

Wed, 06/03/2024

Every Story Matters: Help the UK Covid-19 Inquiry

Help to make sure the Inquiry hears about the experiences of people with a…

Fri, 09/02/2024

"Getting the right support worker for our son has been an ongoing nightmare"

Jenn Smith, and son Alastair, who has Angelman Syndrome and epilepsy have faced…

Fri, 09/02/2024

"Long hours and staff shortages have taken their toll on my health"

Nick, has been a support worker for 13 years.

Tue, 27/02/2024

"People are working back-to-back shifts because there is no one else to do the work"

Danielle, who is a service manager, talks about the pressures of her role in…

Fri, 09/02/2024

"Caring for my husband spurred me on to become a support worker"

Nikki explains why she became a support worker and the rewards she gets from…

Wed, 07/02/2024

"Support workers like me feel forgotten"

Reflections from Catharine, a Support Worker in Hexham, Northumberland

Wed, 07/02/2024

"Helping Barry propose to his girlfriend was a career highlight"

Shahid tells us about his role as a Support Worker and the rewards it brings.