Organization
Mencap
Mencap (formally the Royal Mencap Society) is the UK's leading charity for people with a learning disability, providing support services, advocacy, and campaigns for equal rights since 1946. Operating across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, Mencap delivers supported living, helpline services, and policy work for thousands of people.
About
Founded in 1946 and headquartered in London, Mencap (the Royal Mencap Society) has grown from a parent-led group into the UK's foremost charity on learning disability, supporting thousands of people directly and influencing national education and care policy.
What They Do
Mencap delivers supported living, residential care, day services, and employment support for people with learning disabilities. Its free Learning Disability Helpline provides advice for individuals, families, and carers, while its policy and campaigns teams push for better rights, accessible education, and equitable employment.
Who They Serve
Mencap supports people with learning disabilities of all ages — from children and their families through to adults requiring long-term care and independent living assistance — primarily across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
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