Overview and History

Richmond Mencap started in 1959. Since then, we have worked with and for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities and their families in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. We became a registered charity in 1984 and became a company
limited by guarantee in 2003.

We are an independent organisation but are affiliated to the Royal Mencap Society (National Mencap) and form part of their Local Network, supporting their work and campaigns. We also get helpful information, advice, and support from them.