On 12 September 2014 Golden Lane Housing (GLH) and others take on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge in under 12 hours to raise money for Mencap.
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All about voting

(Supported by the Cabinet Office)

Only a third of people with a learning disability vote in the UK – Mencap want to help more people with a learning disability to use their right to vote.
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Stephen McHale and Daymien Todd, Golden Lane Housing tenants opened the markets at the London Stock Exchange today, and are understood to be the first people with a learning disability to do so.
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The first charity bond to be listed on the London Stock Exchange’s Order Book for Retail Bonds, which will fund much needed accommodation for people with a learning disability has announced it is closing its offer period two and half weeks early with an oversubscription.
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The information contained herein may only be released, published or distributed in the United Kingdom, the Isle of Man, Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements. The information contained herein is not for release, publication or distribution in or into the United States, Australia, Canada, Japan, South Africa, the Republic of Ireland or in any other jurisdiction where it is unlawful to distribute this document. The bonds referred to below may only be sold in Jersey in compliance with the provisions of the Control of Borrowing (Jersey) Order 1958 and the Financial Services (Jersey) Law 1998, as amended.
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The information contained herein may only be released, published or distributed in the United Kingdom, the Isle of Man, Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements. The information contained herein is not for release, publication or distribution in or into the United States, Australia, Canada, Japan, South Africa, the Republic of Ireland or in any other jurisdiction where it is unlawful to distribute this document. The bonds referred to below may only be sold in Jersey in compliance with the provisions of the Control of Borrowing (Jersey) Order 1958 and the Financial Services (Jersey) Law 1998, as amended.
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After learning skills to live independently Kelly, Claire, Francis and Alice wanted to share a place together.
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In previous times, housing organisations have been able to secure grants from local authorities or health authorities to support the provision of community-based housing for people with a learning disability.
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Kevin, Billy, Zena and Steve are great friends who desperately wanted to stay together when the property they were living in became unsuitable. They all have moderate to severe learning disabilities and Zena has some physical disabilities.
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Everyone should be able to live independently in a home of their choice but for people with a learning disability, this can feel out of reach.

There are not enough supported living opportunities, and those that do exist may be far from friends and family.
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Starting your first job is a nerve wracking experience, but it’s an important milestone towards becoming an independent adult.

Mencap want everyone with a learning disability who wants to work and be independent to be given the opportunity by employers.
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The fabulous night on board Princess Katherine raised over £600 for Mencap.

Staff, partners and friends dressed in a nautical theme shared a fun evening on the Princess Katherine cruise along Salford Quays.
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Do you remember your first…
Mencap’s Learning Disability Week 2014 (June 16-22) is celebrating people overcoming adversity, and people’s prejudice and ignorance to experience their incredible firsts.
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Today, Matt Aldred, Mencap’s business finance analyst begins his 130 mile cycle challenge visiting five offices over two days to raise money for Mencap.
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On 30 May 2014 Golden Lane Housing (GLH) welcomed guests to celebrate the four tenants moving into the final property bought from the £10m charity bond.
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Yesterday, four members of the Golden Lane Housing (GLH) team completed Europe’s largest 10K run in Manchester raising over £1000 for Mencap.
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Across the country we are taking on challenges to raise money for Mencap. Every year we help people with a learning disability by providing services and tailored housing to help them live the life they choose.
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With the help of our customers Golden Lane Housing produced a Customer Charter which explains what people can expect when contacting the team.

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Michelle Day, housing officer, central has won the SPOT (Special Presentation of Thanks) Award this quarter.
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Alongside Mencap, we are delighted to announce that we are finalists in The National Learning Disabilities Awards.
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