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Reading Mencap ME (Mencap Enables) Day Activity Service

Adult Day Activity Service

Reading Mencap’s ME (Mencap Enables) Day Activity Service currently offers two separate services running from two venues.

The people who attend the day services choose the activities they would like to do.

A varied range of activities are offered including crafting, cooking, gardening, sports such as tag rugby and tennis, dance, singing. The groups also make use of Reading Mencap's minibus and get out and about in the community.

Personal care is offered at Alexandra Road, where there is a fully equipped changing place.

The service runs Monday to Friday from 9.30am - 4.30pm at 21 Alexandra Road, Reading RG1 5PE and St Paul's Church Hall, Whitley Wood Lane, Reading RG2 8PN from Tuesday - Friday.

http://readingmencap.org.uk/me/

Who to contact

Contact Name: Marilyn Templeton
Contact Position: ME Service Manager
Telephone: 0118 966 2518
E-mail: meservicemanager@readingmencap.org.uk
Website: Reading Mencap

Where to go

Name: Reading Mencap
Address: 21
Alexandra Road
Reading
Berkshire
Postcode: RG1 5PE
Notes: The service also runs at St Paul's Church Hall, Whitley Wood Lane, Reading RG2 8PN

Time / Date Details

When is it on: Monday to Friday 9.30am-4.30pm
Time of day: Morning
Afternoon

Other Details

Costs

Is there a charge for using this service?: Yes
Details: Please call the Reading Mencap office on 0118 966 2518 to enquire about fees.
Wheelchair accessible?: Yes

Availability

Age Ranges: 18+
Referral required: No
Referral Details: If you are interested in joining the ME Project please contact us on 0118 966 2518, meservicemanager@readingmencap.org.uk or drop into 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE.

Local Offer

Contact Name: The Office
Contact Telephone: 0118 966 2518
Contact Email: communications@readingmencap.org.uk
Links: Reading Mencap
Local Offer Age Bands: Transitions to Adulthood (16+)
SEN Provision Type: Specialist

General Provider Response

Is your service accessible?: We have disabled access at the rear of the building from the car park and also facilities for personal care.
How are referrals/applications made to your service?: If you would like to attend the ME Project, please contact us on 0118 966 2518, meservicemanager@readingmencap.org.uk or drop into 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE.
Funding: Self Funded
Charges: Yes
Details of charges: Cost may vary depending on the amount of support required, so please contact us on 0118 966 2518, meservicemanager@readingmencap.org.uk or drop into 21 Alexandra Road, Reading, RG1 5PE for details.
Feedback and complaints procedure: Contact Marilyn Templeton (ME Service Manager) or Mandi Smith (Reading Mencap CEO) on 0118 966 2518, meservicemanager@readingmencap.org.uk or ceo@readingmencap.org.uk

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