Covid-19 Update

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Performing and visual arts course. Taught by professional artists and performers.
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Providing full-time daycare. Open Door Service.
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A safe and caring environment. Managed residential accommodation.
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Our Social Clubs run every week. Members direct the clubs and activities.
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Creating opportunities for life

Hastings & Bexhill Mencap’s mission is to improve the lives and opportunities of local people with a learning disability, their families and carers.

Active Arts

Performing and visual arts course for adults with learning disabilities

Open Door

Day time activities for adults with a learning disability

Westwood

Our large sunny residential house based in the Blacklands area of Hastings

Social activities

Weekly social clubs and activities for adults

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Covid-19 Update – Wednesday 4th November

Thank you for continuing to bear with us at this challenging time. As England faces new restrictions coming into force on Thursday 5th November, Hastings and Bexhill Mencap will remain operational. We will continue to provide arranged support and services via Westwood, Open Door and Active Arts. Please note that Westwood will be closed to non-residents. The new restrictions will mean changes for some people with learning disabilities, to find out if you or someone you support will be affected, please see the latest government guidance available here.

For an easy ready version on what this could mean for you or someone you support, Please follow the link below:

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We understand that this is a worrying time for many. If you have concerns or queries surrounding the new guidance, please contact us and we will try our best to support you.

The team at Hastings and Bexill Mencap

Upcoming events

There are no upcoming events due to the Coronavirus Pandemic.

“I’ve learnt to paint and to mix colours, we get to do lots of different things. The staff are really helpful.”

SteveArt & Design

“The Dance class make dances for the Active Arts show and we also made a dance for a project on the Pier – it was part of a film too.”

SandyDance

“It makes me very happy to come here. My work goes on show at exhibitions so people can see it, which also makes me happy. We get to make and try lots of different things.”

IanArt & Design

“I’ve learnt to act, I like taking part in the show and the classes are good fun.”

StevenComedy & Drama

“I’ve learnt to act and dance, I like planning the shows and helping to decide what sketches we do.”

JuliaComedy & Drama