Everyone Deserves a Life Full of Choice, Belonging, and Opportunity.
Barnet Mencap makes that possible in Barnet for people with learning disabilities, autistic individuals and their family/carers.
Advice, Information, and guidance.
social connection, confidence, and independence.
employment, volunteering, and meaningful activity.
A Trusted community
A Local Charity Making a Real Difference
Barnet Mencap has been supporting people with a learning disability and autistic people in the London Borough of Barnet for over 60 years.
We offer trusted advice, practical support, and community opportunities for children, young people, and adults with a learning disability, autistic individuals, and for the families who support them.
We listen carefully.
We act with care.
We put people first.
Lives Changed, Futures Opened
Behind every service is a person and every person has a story.
A young adult finding their first job and discovering independence.
A parent finally feeling supported instead of alone.
Someone building friendships, confidence, and a sense of belonging for the first time.
These aren’t statistics.
They are lives transformed through compassion, trust, and community.
This is the impact of Barnet Mencap.
472
Families supported of Children with Complex Needs.
60
In our Supported Living.
470+
Leisure and Learning Activities.
8000+
Job Application Supported
2000+
Referrals for Advice and Information
Last Year at a Glance.
Change Lives in Barnet.
There are approximately 7,300 adults with learning disabilities and around 3,000 autistic adults in Barnet (Learning Disability Team data). The demand for support continues to rise, while funding pressures intensify.
Your support helps us provide advice, advocacy, housing, employment, and community activities for people and families when they need it most.
£25
provides essential support for someone struggling to live independently, giving them the guidance they need to stay safe at home.
£100
funds a week of one-to-one mentoring, helping someone gain vital life skills and prevent crises.
£500
can rescue a person with a learning disability from homelessness, ensuring they have a safe place to live and the support to rebuild their life.
Chris’ Story – Why Inclusive Employment is Necessary.
Our video shows what Barnet Mencap means to the people who use our services.
You will hear directly from people with a learning disability, families, and supporters.
They share why belonging, friendship, and being listened to matters.
Becoming a member means:
You support inclusion and equality in Barnet
You help strengthen the voice of people with a learning disability
You become part of a caring local community
TESTIMONIALS
Real People. Real Change.
People gain confidence.
Families feel supported.
Lives become fuller and more independent.
These changes happen because of our community members, donors, volunteers, and partners working together.
Tom Flynn
“I’ve been here a long time… maybe 40 years. It’s
my home. I’ve had friends here, lots of laughs…
and people look out for me.”
Chris Allen
“Barnet Mencap supported me into a meaningful life, where I am safe and can follow my passion of rapping.”
Ahmad
“I was really interested in planes but due to my autistic needs, I never thought I can get into aviation industry. But Barnet Mencap made it happen.”
Mia
“Barnet Mencap help me made meaningful friendships and I get to do so many enjoyable activities accessible to my needs.”
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Become a Member
Enrich our growing community.
- With just £15 a year (£5 if unwaged), it can help make difference in the lives of people with learning disability and autistic individuals in Barnet.
- Get access to exclusive events and newsletter.
- Get a chance to vote at our Annual General Meeting.
Donate
Support our cause.
- What could £5 do?
It could pay for a child with additional needs to access a performance at Chickenshed theatre, giving them an opportunity to enjoy a new experience with their family. - What could £10 do?
It could pay for one hour of support for a person with a learning disability or autistic adult.