News and stories
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The power of karate!
At Leeds Mencap, we strive to provide a range of opportunities for children and young people with learning disabilities to try new skills in a safe and welcoming environment. With support from Sport England, we recently delivered a range of sports taster sessions for our children and young people. These sessions included yoga, hip hop
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Ted's Travels
Last week we were joined by a very special guest at The Vinery Centre. Ted the teddy bear from Royal Mencap visited us on the first stop of his UK tour. Here’s a summary from Ted himself about all the activities he got up to this week. Monday On Monday I took advantage of The
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Easter Raffle
This Easter we are excited to be hosting an Easter raffle, where you could win fantastic prizes such as Luxury Easter eggs, chocolate and toy hampers and many more Easter goodies! Prizes will be drawn on the 13th April at 11 am With all proceeds going towards charity, Tickets cost £1 and are available to
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Hello Spring!
Spring has officially sprung! The days are getting sunnier and the flowers are coming out. Here at Leeds Mencap we welcome the longer, warmer days! Spring Activities at Leeds Mencap Nursery have been embracing the start of spring with a variety of activities. Last week they played with an ugly-ducking themed sensory tuff tray, not
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Charity of the Year Partnership with Hagen Wolf!
We are delighted to announce that we have been chosen as the first ever Charity of The Year for the brilliant Hägen Wolf. Hägen Wolf is a boutique law firm based in Leeds and London, specialising exclusively in property litigation. You can read more about the amazing work they do here: https://lght.ly/3kmjle1 You can also
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Tips for supporting your child if they have a sibling with additional needs.
Being a parent to a disabled child comes with lots of additional responsibility, stresses, joys and challenges. This affects the whole family – and here are our tips for supporting a young person who has a sibling with additional needs. · Encourage your child to ask for attention when they need it. Balancing your time
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Joyce Fieldhouse – Founder Member and Honorary President of Leeds Mencap 1953 – 2021
We would like to commemorate and celebrate the life and contribution of Joyce Fieldhouse who died on 1st December 2021. Joyce was one of a group of parents of children with learning disabilities or autism who set Leeds Mencap up back in 1953 when there was very little support available for children or families. Over
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Winter Well-being Accessible Walks
Following from our well-being weekend messages on social media- we want to continue to provide some tips on how you can look after your well-being this winter. If the weather isn't too miserable then we encourage you to try and spend some time outdoors this week. Surrounding yourself with nature and getting some fresh air
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"No one day is the same"
Here at Leeds Mencap we run play schemes, for children aged 4-18 years old during the school holidays. Our play schemes are all about having fun, trying new experiences and spending quality time with friends. Importantly, they also help children to maintain social skills and confidence that can both be negatively affected by the holiday
