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Sheffield Mencap & Gateway
Non-profit Organizations
Sheffield, South Yorkshire 236 followers
An independent charity supporting people with learning disabilities and their families in Sheffield for over 70 years.
About us
Sheffield Mencap and Gateway is an independent local charity formed in 1951 by the parents of children with learning disabilities. We have over 700 members, from our special needs baby group through to lunch clubs for elderly carers. We pride ourselves on the providing the life-long support needed by the learning disability community. ~ Our Vision ~ We want all people with a learning disability and their carers in Sheffield to be valued, included and respected so they can live fair, full and happy lives. ~ Our Values ~ We strengthen communities We develop positive relationships We foster independence We build confidence We improve wellbeing ~ Our Services ~ The ‘Activity Learning Hub’ is our core service, supporting over 60 individuals every weekday through groups including Gardening, Drama and Videography. Our Health Services collaborate with clinical and care professionals to reduce health inequalities, as well as supporting sustainable lifestyle change. We aim to reduce isolation through our 20+ evening and weekend groups for adults and children. Groups include sports, choir and social clubs. Our carers support includes social groups, wellbeing activities, workshops and 1-2-1 emotional or practical support.
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http://sheffieldmencap.org.uk
External link for Sheffield Mencap & Gateway
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Sheffield, South Yorkshire
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1951
- Specialties
- Learning Disabilities, Autism, Carer Support, and Health & wellbeing
Locations
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Norfolk Lodge
Park Grange Road
Sheffield, South Yorkshire S2 3QF, GB
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Employees at Sheffield Mencap & Gateway
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Carol Cook
Marketing, Communications, Design and Fundraising. Said merkin on the BBC.
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Claire Fletcher
Freelance writer & marketing communications specialist across the charity, technology and education sectors.
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Dr Daniel Wand
Barrister at 4KBW
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Judith Badger
Work and Wellbeing Manager at South Yorkshire Housing Association
Updates
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This Christmas, join our Mencap Myth Buster, Michael, as he shares his delicious Mince Pie recipe✨ Bake along with him, using our easy read recipe: https://brnw.ch/21wPwuj Video description: Michael cooks mince pies in his studio kitchen. Christmas music plays over the video and a voiceover of Michael explaining each step of the recipe.
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🎅 Huge thanks to Home Instead Sheffield & Barnsley who have donated an array of lovely presents to our members through their ‘Be a Santa’ campaign. 🎁 We are so grateful to Home Instead, and all the people who so generously donated gifts, for their efforts - it has made our members’ Christmas extra special! Home Instead UK Home Instead Charities UK
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At Sheffield Mencap and Gateway, our vision is that all people with a learning disability and their carers in Sheffield are valued, included and respected so they can live fair, full and happy lives. We are looking for people who share this vision to join our Board of Trustees and help steer our organisation to deliver a better future for the people we support. We want our board to truly reflect and understand the diverse communities that we serve and welcome applications from people with a range of backgrounds, skills and experiences. As a Trustee, you will work as part of a team to ensure we deliver our vision effectively and in compliance with statutory requirements. Trustees are collectively responsible for the governance and strategic direction of the charity, overseeing financial health, risk management, and ensuring the charity acts in the best interests of its beneficiaries. Trustees generally commit 4 hours each month to the role, including evening meetings and visits to the centre. There is a buddying system to support all new trustees. Benefits: * Being able to contribute to the lives of those with a learning disability and autistic people tin Sheffield. * First-hand experience and contribution to the decision making of a local charity. * Opportunities to take part in fun social activities and celebrate the achievements of the charity's members. * Practical, desirable experience that can enhance your skills and career portfolio. For more information or an informal chat about becoming a Trustee, please contact our Volunteering Manager Laura Zielosko on 01142 767757 or at volunteering@sheffieldmencap.org.uk
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😊 We are excited to announce that this film is also an entrant in the 2025 Smiley Film Awards! 👉 Vote for us here: https://lnkd.in/ebH7uRrh #smileyfilmawards
Committed to driving strategic change to enhance access to services for individuals with learning disabilities and autistic people.
Earlier this year, my team and I filmed a series of short clips to support our ongoing commitment to making healthcare accessible for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. We are proud to continue offering free training and advice to Sheffield healthcare professionals and those working within healthcare settings, helping them improve and implement best practices. Thanks to funding we have from our Integrated Care Board. This clip features the incredible Emma Ferguson, a Learning Disability Nurse. Take just a minute and a half to watch—it's definitely worth your time! Don’t just take our word for it, though—it's already had 42,000 views!
Supporting learning disability patients: easy changes
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🤩 Thank you for having us BBC Radio Sheffield! 🤩 Our member Jack was invited into the studio this morning to chat about his band The All Sorts upcoming performance at the Sheffield Mencap and Gateway Christmas fair. 🤩 Jack is the drummer in the All Sorts, a 5-piece band formed at The Hubs S12, all of whom have a learning disability and/or autism. 🤩 The All Sorts will be playing rock and pop songs - along with some Christmas classics of course - at the fair tomorrow to help raise funds for Sheffield Mencap and Gateway’s sports and wellbeing groups. 🤩 Listen to Jack chat chatting live on air with presenter Xanthe here (10:13am onwards) https://lnkd.in/gwT3BrTG 🤩 Come and see The All Sorts live at the Sheffield Mencap and Gateway Christmas fair from 11am - 2pm at Norfolk Lodge, Park Grange Road, S2 3QF.
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🎸 Our drama group loved visiting All Saints Catholic High School to see their fantastic performance of ‘The School of Rock’ yesterday! 🎸 Thank you to all the staff and pupils for making us feel so welcome and putting on such a brilliant show 👏👏👏
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🎄🙏 Huge thanks to B&Q Queens Road, Sheffield for donating this beautiful tree to us. Our members loved decorating it and it’s definitely got us all in the Christmas spirit! #sheffieldcharity #christmascharity #communitycharity #sheffieldchristmas
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👏 Well done Niall, you deserve this recognition 👏
Athlete, artist and advocate, Niall Guite, has received an honorary doctorate from Sheffield Hallam University in recognition of his distinguished contribution to raising awareness of the abilities of disabled athletes and advocacy for the Special Olympics. Niall is one of a number of honorary graduates who embody the University’s values of inclusivity, social mobility and transforming lives who have been honoured during Sheffield Hallam’s graduation fortnight. Read more here👇 https://lnkd.in/e3gQEY5z
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💛 What better way to show our gratitude for an individual donation than this beautiful thank you card handmade by our members? #fundraising #sheffieldfundraising #stewardship #donation #thankyou
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