As a voice for learning disability as we approach the 2019 General Election we are asking politicians, irrelevant of their political beliefs, to prioritise and address the following ten issues during the lifetime of the next Parliament: • To urgently publish a comprehensive, progressive and sustainable set of proposals to
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Hallo-Wheels
This Halloween at Midland Mencap we had a great day full of inclusive family fun! We started the day with a relaxed arts and crafts session where families could create their own marvellous Halloween decorations including tote bags, hanging cobwebs, and spooky mini bats. It was wonderful to see children
Run Sutton Park 2019
The excitement and anticipation could be felt all over Sutton Park on Saturday 5th October as participants and supporters gathered together for a great day of activity, fundraising and personal achievements. The day commenced with the cycle event where many of our parkriders rode their way to complete an impressive
Frank Chapman Residential – 5th-9th August
Arrival We all arrived on Monday morning to glorious sunny weather at the Frank Chapman Centre. We spent the first part of our time getting to know the people in our dormitories, unpacking our bags and making our beds. We were staying in large dormitories full of bunk beds. Following
Hosting Birmingham Big Noise
Friday 14th of this month it was Midland Mencaps 70th birthday to celebrate it was a party at the town hall with dance and bands and choirs. I was asked to be the host for the event and without hesitation I said yes, as it would be a really great
The Midland Mencap Podcast Episode 3 – Jane Hatton CEO of Evenbreak
Tom Kirby is back again with another Podcast! Listen as he and Jane Hatton CEO of Evenbreak discuss the challenges faced by disabled people in getting into employment Listen to the full podcast here:
Children and Young Persons Trip and Activity Opportunities
These trips and courses are suitable for young people with mild to moderate needs who can be supported in a small group setting. For further information about any of the opportunities please call 0121 256 1500 or email Deborah.Mcgarvey@Midlandmencap.org.uk If your child is already registered with Midland Mencap then please
The Midland Mencap Podcast Episode 2 – Councillor John Cotton
On this month’s Podcast Tom Kirby Interviews Councillor John Cotton Cabinet Member for Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Equalities at Birmingham City Council. They talk through topics such as social inclusion, transport, disability hate crime, Brexit and much more! Listen to the full podcast here
Pros and Cons of Social Media
Hello and welcome back to all my readers to this month’s blog for you. This month will be about social media and how it can be positive for people but also can be a negative experience. There are lots of ways to use social media be this sharing photos and
Midland Mencap Podcast Episode 1 – Our 70th Year, Learning Disability and Mental Health
We’re excited to share our first ever podcast. Listen to Dave Rogers and Tom Kirby talk about our 70th year as a charity, learning disability, mental health, blogging and of course Brexit… Listen to the full podcast here
