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Pension Credit – extra help for pensioners
Are you single and have a weekly income of less than £201.05 or £306.85 if you have a partner? If so, you might be able…
Are you an unpaid carer?
Are you one of the thousands of people in Reading who is looking after someone who is ill, frail or disabled? Most carers do not…
Merry Christmas from everyone at Reading Mencap
A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone at Reading Mencap.We will be closing for the festive season at the end of Friday…
Volunteers make a day to remember
A wheely good time was had by members of our 4ME Activities Service thanks to volunteers from Grant Thornton who helped them get the most…
Learn how to make a successful benefit claim
Free workshops for carers run by Reading Welfare Rights Are you confused about what welfare benefits you or the person you care for may be…
Carers eligible for autumn Covid boost
Unpaid family carers, people with learning disabilities, frontline health and social care workers, care home residents and the over 65s are eligible for an autumn…
Updated guidance for health professionals caring for people with a learning disability and autism
The NHS has issued updated guidance to health professionals about caring for people with a learning disability and autism. It lists key points that must…
All about our Day Services
At Reading Mencap we like to go the extra mile to make sure everyone who attends our day services has a good day. We aim…
Helen’s new role to help close the health gap
It’s a sad fact that people with a learning disability have worse physical and mental health than people without a learning disability and are more…
Our 60th Anniversary Celebration
We are very excited for our 60th anniversary celebrations at Reading Minster on Friday 24 June at 7pm. Not only is our Diamond Celebration on…
