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Pennine Mencap has a regular blog, where we detail the various activities and events we get up to. Often, our posts are centred around industry-related calendar events: for example, recent blog posts have discussed the importance of Carer’s Week and Learning Disability Week.
Read our latest blog here:

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Jun 17, 20242 min read
Learning Disability Week 2024: Do you see me?
Learning disability week is an annual event to raise awareness about learning disabilities and the challenges people with learning...
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Feb 21, 20242 min read
LGBT+ History Month With Tom Morris
February marks LGBT+ History Month in the UK. It was founded in 2005 to Claim our past, celebrate our present and create our future, as...
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Feb 13, 20242 min read
Forever Manchester’s Annual Birthday Bash
Tom and the choir performing at Forever Manchester's birthday celebrations Friday 9th February saw the Rhodes Bank Choir head to the...
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Feb 5, 20242 min read
Pinch, Punch, First of The Month!
Happy February. I thought it would be a good idea to use the first blog of the month to talk about the plans of the month and what we...
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Jan 29, 20243 min read
National Activities Professionals Day
26th January 2024 was National Activities Professionals day, so what better way to celebrate than to hear about what our activity...
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Jan 22, 20242 min read
Introducing: the Pennine Mencap Pop-Up Charity Shop!
Yes, we are kicking off the new year with a brand-new venture! We are starting a monthly pop-up charity shop, hosted at Rhodes Bank...
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Jan 15, 20243 min read
Happy New Year From Pennine Mencap!
The Rhodes Bank Choir performs a carol service at a local carehome Firstly, a massive Happy new year from everybody at Pennine Mencap! As...
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Oct 10, 20233 min read
Mental Health and Learning Disability: The Importance of Awareness:
World Mental Health Day aims to raise awareness about mental health issues, reduce stigma, and encourage individuals to prioritize their...
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Sep 22, 20233 min read
Understanding Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FASD): Challenges for Individuals and Caregivers
Introduction Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FASD) is a complex and lifelong condition that affects individuals who are exposed to alcohol in...
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Jun 19, 20233 min read
Learning Disability Week: Celebrating Inclusion & Support for Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Learning Disability Week is an annual event that aims to raise awareness about learning disabilities and promote inclusivity for...
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Jun 5, 20233 min read
National Carers Week: Celebrating Unsung Heroes and Recognizing Their Challenges
Every year, National Carers Week (5th-9th June 2023) serves as a significant opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the invaluable...
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