Richmond Mencap

23/04/2026

Don't miss out on our Barn dance 🎶🤠

Our Richmond Mencap Barn Dance is happening on Saturday 9th May, 6 to 9pm 🕺💃

Spaces are filling up fast, so don’t forget to book your ticket!
Come along for music, fun and a dance!

food and drinks will be provided with tickets !

Book here : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/richmond-mencap-barn-dance-tickets-1985368325105?aff=oddtdtcreator

🎟 Tickets are £25 (plus £2.80 booking fee on Eventbrite)

Book now to make sure you don’t miss out. We can’t wait to see you there! 💛

Join us for a fun-filled Richmond Mencap Barn Dance with great music, dancing, and good vibes!

17/04/2026

Hi All

We will unfortunately have to cancel Wii & Pizza this month due to staff annual leave and sickness. We do apologise for all those looking forward to coming just as much as we look forward to running it. We will back in May so keep an out for our emails!

Anything questions please do get in touch with us !

Warm Regards

Richmond Mencap

30/03/2026

Part of 2 our weekly signposting information video!

Ron Lewis provides a weekly signposting surgery on Friday mornings at Richmond Mencap's Our Space. If you would like a Coffee with Ron and a friendly chat! ☕️

please email [email protected].

30/03/2026

Ron Lewis provides a weekly signposting surgery on Friday mornings at Richmond Mencap's Our Space. If you would like a Coffee with Ron and a friendly chat

please email [email protected].

26/03/2026

Join us at our fundraising Barn Dance! Hosted by Richmond Mencap, this lively event is a special fundraising evening, helping to support our vital work with people with learning disabilities and their families across the local community.

Taking place on Saturday, 9th May, 6–9pm, at St Mary’s Church Hall in Twickenham, the barn dance promises a warm, welcoming atmosphere where everyone can join in—no dance experience needed. A friendly caller will guide you through the steps, making it perfect for beginners and seasoned dancers alike.

✨ What to expect:
Fun, easy-to-follow barn dancing; a relaxed, inclusive environment; and a delicious supper included

Tickets are £25 per person, and carers can attend free of charge.

Book tickets here

26/03/2026

Join Richmond Mencap – Friendly, Engaging Project Assistants Needed!

Love making a difference? Richmond Mencap is looking for fun, caring people to support adults and children with learning disabilities in activities, trips, and social sessions. Help participants build confidence and independence and have a great time.

No experience required—just a positive attitude! 😀

Contact us at [email protected] to request a full job description.

23/03/2026

We have a few places still available in Mencap Artists — our creative group for adults with learning disabilities — and we’d love to welcome some new members!

📍 Mondays | 10.30am – 12.30pm
📍 At Richmond Mencap’s Our Space

This is a relaxed, supportive space to explore different art forms, build confidence, develop skills, and connect with others who love being creative. Whether you’re experienced or just want to give art a try, you’ll be warmly welcomed. 💙

🖌️ Friendly group sessions
🎨 Try new techniques
🤝 Make friends & grow in confidence
🌟 Celebrate your creativity

Spaces are limited, so if you’re interested in joining Mencap Artists, please get in touch at [email protected] to find out more.

Let’s create something amazing together! 💙

16/03/2026

Parents and carers are invited to a free information evening designed to help families better understand and support children with dyslexia.

Hosted by the Richmond Dyslexia Association, the event “Supporting Your Dyslexic Child” will bring together specialists and local experts to provide practical advice, guidance and support for families navigating dyslexia.

📅 Monday 27 April
🕖 7:15pm – 9:00pm
📍 Richmond Library Annexe, Quadrant Road, Richmond TW9 1DH

This friendly and informative session is an opportunity to learn more about dyslexia and discover what help is available locally. Attendees will be able to speak directly with dyslexia specialists, a SEN lawyer and a SENCo, who will be on hand to answer questions and provide guidance.

During the evening you can:

Get free advice from dyslexia specialists

Learn about support and services available in the local area

Connect with other parents and share experiences

Access free information handouts

Browse books and games designed to support dyslexic learners

Whether your child has recently been identified as dyslexic or you are looking for new ways to support their learning, the event aims to provide practical tools, reassurance and a chance to connect with others in the community.

✅ The event is free and all are welcome, but booking is recommended.

To reserve your place, please email:
📧 [email protected]

13/03/2026

We’re supporting RUILS in sharing two great upcoming health and wellbeing opportunities in our community:

🩺 Free Community Health Fair – Mortlake
Meet local health and wellbeing services, discover support available in your area, and connect with professionals and community organisations.
🗓 Friday 20 March
📍 Mortlake
💡 Free and open to everyone.

🧘 New NHS-accredited Yoga 4 Health Programme
Yoga 4 Health programme designed to support physical and mental wellbeing through guided yoga practice.

📌 See posters for full details

12/03/2026

Are you on the waiting list for an ADHD assessment? Or perhaps you have had an assessment recently. We want to hear from you.

Take ten minutes to anonymously give your views and help design future support for people like you: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/I15754/