While we didn’t leave with any awards at the #KirCCa awards last week, we were immensely proud of Marie Lalanne & Theresa Kelly’s nominations. “It was wonderful to feel valued, we were delighted to take part and receive our certificates" - Dawn Wood, Chief Executive Officer. @kirkleescouncil

Did you know it’s #TrusteesWeek! 💛 We're proudly taking part in this celebration & acknowledging all of the wonderful work that our Trustees do every day to help Mencap in Kirklees and the communities we support. Trustees, thank you - you make an incredible impact every day. 👏

Join us for Arena’s Annual Christmas Fayre! 🎄 Come along and enjoy the tombola, raffle & festive refreshments as the Mencap community gets together to celebrate the festive season. 🗓️ Thursday 7th December 13:30 - 15:30 📍Fresh Futures 90 Commercial St Batley We’ll see you there! #Mencap #Charity

The Kirklees Care Charter Programme promotes quality, compassion & best practice in care homes. Earlier this month, Theresa & Yasmin from Victoria Road took part — helping shape policies that improve care during some of life’s most difficult moments. 💜

You could be the lucky Winner of £5,000 this Christmas! 💷🎄 The Christmas Superdraw is on 24th December & helps support people with learning disabilities in Kirklees, while making a big difference to the winners too! 🌟 Sign up by Nov 30th to be in the BIG draw! giantcashbonanza.online/mik/

We're delighted to have 2 nominees in the running for the KirCCA awards next month. These awards celebrate excellence in care & even to be nominated is a real honor - we're very proud of Marie Lalanne & Theresa Kelly. 👏 Join us in both congratulating and wishing them the very best of luck! 🎉

Do you know about our new Friday #YouthGroup at Waverley Hall? 🎉 🗓️ Fridays | 6:30pm – 8:30pm 👥 For ages 16–25 📍 Waverley Hall Come along, make new friends, and enjoy a great evening together. To find out more or book your place, call Helen Welburn on 01484 340844. #Mencap

Interested in new ways to support your wellbeing & those you care for? Breathe, Move, Connect is a 6-hour workshop from Umbrella Yoga for carers & healthcare professionals. 💛 Simple yoga-inspired techniques for mind & body to share. 📍 Online or in-person umbrellayoga.co.uk/healthcare-professionals

Boo! 👻 Will you be joining us for our #Halloween party this year? We’re inviting all of our community to join us on Friday 31st of October at 7:30pm. 🎃 Tickets £5, including a Pie and Pea Supper, can be bought on the door. Fancy dress optional. See you there!