About Us
Saffron Walden Mencap Society is a local charity affiliated with Royal Mencap that supports people with learning disabilities and autism in the Saffron Walden and Uttlesford area. The charity raises funds locally to provide social activities, clubs, events, and opportunities that help reduce social isolation, develop life skills, encourage communication, and support families and carers.
Our Ethos
To create a safe, caring and stimulating environment for members
To create a Club environment or event that gives individuals an opportunity to form and maintain friendships
For Members to be accepted and valued as a unique individual
For Members to be taken seriously, with personal views and ideas respected
For Members to be listened to and spoken to with empathy and respect and to positively encourage this in return
For Members to be recognised as having the same rights as other people
For Members to be encouraged to take responsibility for themselves and their actions as far as possible
Our Values
Respect
Responsibility
Honesty
Caring
Consideration
Our Vision
M aking a difference to the lives of people with a learning disability.
E nding social isolation.
N urturing friendships.
C aring for and supporting members.
A chieving trust.
P roud to protect the rights of individuals.
