City of Chelmsford Mencap improves the lives of people affected by learning disability in mid-Essex.
Our purpose is to help people live fuller, healthier and more independent lives by providing opportunities to learn, develop vital life, work and social skills, build confidence, form meaningful relationships, access support, and participate actively in their communities.
Through lifelong learning, advocacy, volunteering, work experience, and community-based programmes, we empower people to exercise greater choice and control, achieve their goals, and reach their potential.
We also support families and carers, helping to build resilient support networks and more inclusive communities.
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Congratulations
Ten Outreach Academy
students recently completed
a course in Pilates designed to improve their core strength, coordination and wellbeing.
Congratulations to all and huge thanks to our specialist tutor,
Sarah Sadler and Essex County Council's Locality Fund.
More PopUps!
Due to the success of our monthly PopUp Cafes @ Mencap Centre, we've decided to make them fortnightly! Plus, the In!Catering team will be producing our popular themed Platters every time. Join us on the first and third Thursdays of each month - see above for each cafe's themes.
Carers Connect
Future planning for our adults with a learning disability is particularly complex and there are lots of different aspects to consider.
Come along on 2nd November for expert advice on wills and trusts from our friends at Royal Mencap Society.
Our impact in 2025
28,500
individual learning
hours delivered
960 hours
of supported work traineeships
940 hours
of specialist community support
62
lifelong learners in
The Outreach Academy
In association with
