Take on One Big Walk for Mencap NI this September to support people with a learning disability
This September lace up those hiking boots and join Mencap Northern Ireland for One Big Walk.
Join Mencap on Saturday 20th September for an unforgettable adventure.
Climb the highest mountain in the magical Mourne Mountains and conquer the highest peak in all of Ulster, Slieve Donard proudly supported by Dennison Commercials.
The fully guided hike supports all abilities and needs. Starting at Donard Park and will involve an 11km trek and 840 meter climb taking around five hours. The route will cover a range of different terrains and scenic views before making the final push to the summit.
Can’t come along on the day? Don’t worry, you have the whole of September to walk, run, or roll your way to success by organising your own walk, your way, virtually.
Whether you take on the trek on your own or with friends, family or colleagues, the money raised will support the vital work of Mencap Northern Ireland.
Catherine O’Hara, Senior Community and Events Fundraising Manager at Mencap Northern Ireland said: “We want as many people as possible to get involved this September and support people with a learning disability by taking on the One Big Walk Slieve Donard Trek, or organising their own One Big Walk.
“Every penny raised will go towards funding Mencap’s life-changing work, which aims to tackle stigma and help people with a learning disability lead happy and healthy lives.”
To find out more and sign up visit:
https://www.mencap.org.uk/event/slieve-donard-trek
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About Mencap
Mencap exists to ensure the UK is the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We support people directly and campaign with people with a learning disability, their families and carers. We work to change laws, increase representation and fight for better health, social care and employment opportunities for the 1.5 million people with a learning disability in the UK.
What is a learning disability?
A learning disability is a reduced intellectual ability which affects someone for their whole life. Typically, people with a learning disability need more time to learn and process information. They may need extra support to develop skills, complete tasks and interact with others, or they may have more complex needs requiring round-the clock care. The level of support needed is different for everyone and may change during a person’s lifetime.
Learning disability is NOT a mental illness or a learning difficulty. Often, the term ‘learning difficulty’ is wrongly used in place of ‘learning disability’. Having a learning difficulty (such as ADHD or dyslexia) may mean a person learns at a different pace or in a different way BUT – unlike a learning disability – it does not affect a person’s intellect.
With the right support, most people with a learning disability can lead happy, healthy, independent lives. At Mencap, it’s our mission to remove societal barriers and shatter misconceptions to make this more possible for more people.
