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	<description>Essex Based Learning Disability Charity</description>
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		<title>Young Adventurers</title>
		<link>http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/young-adventurers/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:51:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sam Barnett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Venue: Mencap Hall, 56 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0DZ Day: Monday to Friday, during Easter and Summer holidays Times: Vary, depending on activities Cost per Session: Varies depending on activity Age: 18 &#8211; 25 years This club is closed during term time, please visit our CMYC (Youth Club), Outreach Academy and Gateway Club for weekly term time [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Venue:</strong> Mencap Hall, 56 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0DZ</p>
<p><strong>Day:</strong> Monday to Friday, during Easter and Summer holidays</p>
<p><strong>Times:</strong> Vary, depending on activities</p>
<p><strong>Cost per Session:</strong> Varies depending on activity</p>
<p><strong>Age:</strong> 18 &#8211; 25 years</p>
<p><span style="color: #ff00ff;"><strong>This club is closed during term time, please visit our CMYC (Youth Club), Outreach Academy and Gateway Club for weekly term time activities!</strong></span></p>
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		<title>Appeal</title>
		<link>http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/appeal/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:28:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sam Barnett</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Donate to Mencap]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Volunteering]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Whats On]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Chelmsford Mencap Urgent Appeal We are now settled in our building but are still on the look out for some items listed below if you can help please call 01245 268303 or email info@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk The Services and Equipment we require are: Wi-fi Computers and Laptops New pvc windows and doors Plumbers for WC refits New Carpet for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: left;"><strong>C</strong><strong>helmsford Mencap Urgent Appeal</strong></h2>
<p>We are now settled in our building but are still on the look out for some items listed below if you can help please call 01245 268303 or email <a href="mailto:info@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk">info@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk</a></p>
<p><strong>The Services and Equipment we require are:</strong></p>
<p>Wi-fi Computers and Laptops</p>
<p>New pvc windows and doors</p>
<p>Plumbers for WC refits</p>
<p>New Carpet for Hallway</p>
<p>Wooden Floor for Dining Room/Rest Room</p>
<p>New Carpet for the Recycling Room/IT Suite</p>
<p>New Carpet for Office 1</p>
<p>New Carpet for Office 2</p>
<p>New Lino for Toilets 1,2,3,4 and 5</p>
<p>New Toilets and wash basins</p>
<p>Builders to redesign &amp; build new porch</p>
<p>Computer Chairs</p>
<p>Toilet Paper</p>
<p>Hand Towels</p>
<p>Jay Cloths</p>
<p>House Plants</p>
<p>This is not an exhaustive list, if you think you may be able to help with items that are not listed, then please call us.</p>
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		<title>Current Vacancies</title>
		<link>http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/current-vacancie/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:04:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sam Barnett</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Job Vacancies]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Part Time Admin Assistant - Adult Events The deadline for applications has now passed. Club Coordinator &#8211; Gateway Club The deadline for applications has now passed. Watch this space for future opportunities!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Part Time Admin Assistant - Adult Events</h2>
<p>The deadline for applications has now passed.</p>
<h2>Club Coordinator &#8211; Gateway Club</h2>
<p>The deadline for applications has now passed.</p>
<p><em>Watch this space for future opportunities!</em></p>
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		<title>Outreach Plus</title>
		<link>http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/outreach-plus/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2011 16:09:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sam Barnett</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Clubs]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Pick Up Point: Mencap Hall, Mildmay Road unless stated otherwise Day: Once a week, 48 weeks a year, commencing 3rd October 2011 onwards Times: Please enquire for more details Cost per Session: Please enquire for more details Age: 19 years plus Info:The Outreach Academy has been so successful that we are now opening a new off-shoot called Outreach Plus that will [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Pick Up Point:</strong><span> <span>Mencap</span> Hall, <span>Mildmay</span> Road unless stated otherwise</span><br />
<strong>Day:</strong> Once a week, 48 weeks a year, commencing 3rd October 2011 onwards<br />
<strong>Times:</strong> Please enquire for more details<br />
<strong>Cost per Session:</strong> Please enquire for more details<br />
<strong>Age:</strong> 19 years plus</p>
<p><strong>Info:</strong><span>The Outreach Academy has been so successful that we are now opening a new off-shoot called Outreach Plus that will run once a week all year round. Participants will be able to take part in challenges and day trips, such as Splash, Overnight Camping expeditions </span><span>and Horse Riding.</span></p>
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		<title>Volunteer Vacancies</title>
		<link>http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/volunteer-vacancies/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 17:22:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sam Barnett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Outreach Academy From October we will be running a programme of events, tutorials, lectures and lessons on varying subjects from literacy and numeracy to pottery and arts and crafts. We would very much like to hear from any volunteers who have a skill that they would like to teach for a one to two hour slot [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Outreach Academy</strong></p>
<p>From October we will be running a programme of events, tutorials, lectures and lessons on varying subjects from literacy and numeracy to pottery and arts and crafts.<br />
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</strong>We would very much like to hear from any volunteers who have a skill that they<br />
would like to teach for a one to two hour slot between 10am and 12 noon<br />
once a month.</p>
<p>To request an application form, contact us on 01245 268303 or email <a href="mailto:volunteers@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk">volunteers@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk</a></p>
<p><strong>Daybreak Scheme &amp; Daybreak Saturday Club</strong></p>
<p>Chelmsford Mencap has several rewarding vacancies available during the Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays for both school children over the age of 13 years and experienced Support Workers who are working towards an NVQ Level 2 qualified in childcare.</p>
<p>You will be required to assist the children aged 3-18 years with learning difficulties with in-house activities and outings  to help them achieve a greater level of independence.</p>
<p>To request an application form, contact us on 01245 268303 or email <a href="mailto:volunteers@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk">volunteers@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk</a></p>
<p><strong>CMYC (Chelmsford Mencap Youth Club)</strong></p>
<p>Chelmsford Mencap has several rewarding vacancies available term time for both children over the age of 15 years and experienced Support Workers who are NVQ Level 1 qualified in childcare.</p>
<p>You will be required to assist the children and young adults aged 16-25 years with learning difficulties with in-house activities to help them achieve a greater level of independence.</p>
<p>To request an application form, contact us on 01245 268303 or email <a href="mailto:volunteers@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk">volunteers@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk</a></p>
<p><strong>Gateway Club &amp; Gateway Dance Group</strong></p>
<p>Chelmsford Mencap has several rewarding vacancies available term time for both children over the age of 15 years and experienced Support Workers.</p>
<p>You will be required to assist the children and adults aged 16+years with learning difficulties with in-house activities to help them achieve a greater level of independence.</p>
<p>To request an application form, contact us on 01245 268303 or email <a href="mailto:volunteers@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk">volunteers@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk</a></p>
<p><strong>Adult Adventurers&#8217; Club</strong></p>
<p>Chelmsford Mencap has several rewarding vacancies available during the Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays for both students ideally over the age of 18 years and experienced Support Workers.</p>
<p>You will be required to assist adults over the age of 19 years with learning difficulties with in-house activities and outings  to help them achieve a greater level of independence.</p>
<p>To request an application form, contact us on 01245 268303 or email <a href="mailto:volunteers@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk">volunteers@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk</a></p>
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		<title>Whats On</title>
		<link>http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/whats-on-2/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 17:06:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sam Barnett</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Whats On]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Terms and Conditions Surf the net using this box and raise money for us with every click! Sign up for Southend Mencap&#8217;s Music Man Club RVSP by 24/2/12 Music Man Letter and Flyer February 9th &#8211; Jewellery Making Classes at the Outreach Academy Beauty Jewellery 13th-17th - Chelmsford Mencap Open Week.  Daily bookings at the Outreach Academy [...]]]></description>
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<p>Sign up for <strong>Southend Mencap&#8217;s</strong> Music Man Club RVSP by 24/2/12 <a href="http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Music-Man-Letter-and-Flyer.pdf">Music Man Letter and Flyer</a></p>
<h1>February</h1>
<div>9th &#8211; Jewellery Making Classes at the Outreach Academy <a href="http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Beauty-Jewellery.pdf">Beauty Jewellery</a></div>
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<div>13th-17th - Chelmsford Mencap Open Week.  Daily bookings at the Outreach Academy are currently being accepted for students who normally attend college email <a href="mailto:yvonne.chandler@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk">yvonne.chandler@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk</a> to arrange.</div>
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<div>22nd &#8211; Come visit our stall in The Meadows shopping centre, Chelmsford 9am-5.30pm</div>
<h1>March</h1>
<div>3rd &#8211; A Night of Music and Dance, Michael Buble Tribute and Disco</div>
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<div>Gaming lessons at the Outreach Academy (date to be confirmed)</div>
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<div>9th &#8211; Mencap Hall Opening Ceremony, we are pleased to announce Simon Burns MP will be our guest of honour.</div>
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<div>Annual General Meeting (date to be confirmed)</div>
<h1>April</h1>
<div>Daybreak Reopens</div>
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<div>Young and Adult Adventurers Reopens</div>
<h1>May</h1>
<h1>June</h1>
<h1>July</h1>
<div>Daybreak Reopens</div>
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<div>Young and Adult Adventurers Reopens</div>
<h1>August</h1>
<h1>September</h1>
<h1>October</h1>
<h1>November</h1>
<h1>December</h1>
<p>31st 2012 Memberships Expire</p>
<div>Young and Adult Adventurers Reopens</div>
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		<title>Membership</title>
		<link>http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/membership/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 17:54:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sam Barnett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Charity&#8217;s subscription year is from 1st January to 31st December.  New members joining during the subscription year will normally receive (where available) any back copies of the Charity&#8217;s news magazine issued between 1st January and the joining date.  If you are a UK taxpayer it is very beneficial to the Charity if you Gift [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The Charity&#8217;s subscription year is from 1st January to 31st December.  New members joining during the subscription year will normally receive (where available) any back copies of the Charity&#8217;s news magazine issued between 1st January and the joining date.  <em>If you are a UK taxpayer it is very beneficial to the Charity if you Gift Aid your subscription. </em>Please complete the <a href="http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/2011-A5-Membership-Form.pdf">2011 A5 Membership Form</a>.  The Annual Subscription is due on 1st January and costs just £20 a year.</div>
<h4>Membership Benefits</h4>
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<li>You will be entitled to attend all Chelmsford Mencap subsidised Clubs, schemes and events (some age restrictions, waiting lists and fees apply).</li>
<li>You will receive the Chelmsford Mencap Newletter three times a year.</li>
<li>Payment by Cheque, Postal Order or Standing Order.</li>
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<p>If you would like to become a member of the Charity, please print out the membership form above and send together with your Cheque/remittance or standing order form payable to &#8216;<strong>Chelmsford Mencap</strong>&#8216; to the address below:</p>
<address>Chelmsford Mencap<br />
Mencap Hall</address>
<address>56 Mildmay Road</address>
<address>Chelmsford</address>
<address>CM2 0DZ</address>
<h4>Friends of Chelmsford Mencap</h4>
<address>From a minimum of £2.00 a month, payable by standing order Click here for form <a href="http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/our-sponsors/friends-of-chelmsford-mencap-2/">Friends of Chelmsford Mencap</a></address>
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<address><strong>Members not having renewed their subscription by 1st March will be deemed to have &#8216;resigned&#8217; from membership.</strong></address>
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		<title>The Outreach Academy</title>
		<link>http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/the-outreach-academy/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2010 10:04:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sam Barnett</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Clubs]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Venue: Mencap Hall, 56 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0DZ Day: Monday to Friday Times: 9.30am to 12.30pm or 1pm to 3.30pm (full day and half days available) Cost per Session: £10 half day &#8211; £20 full day Age: 19 years plus For more information, please email yvonne.chandler@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk or call 01245 256676 between 9.30am &#8211; 2.30pm, Mon-Fri. &#160;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Venue:</strong> Mencap Hall, 56 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0DZ</p>
<p><strong>Day:</strong> Monday to Friday</p>
<p><strong>Times:</strong> 9.30am to 12.30pm or 1pm to 3.30pm (full day and half days available)</p>
<p><strong>Cost per Session:</strong> £10 half day &#8211; £20 full day</p>
<p><strong>Age:</strong> 19 years plus</p>
<p><strong>For more information, please email <a href="mailto:yvonne.chandler@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk">yvonne.chandler@chelmsfordmencap.org.uk</a> or call 01245 256676 between 9.30am &#8211; 2.30pm, Mon-Fri.</strong></p>
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		<title>Online Shop</title>
		<link>http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/online-shop/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 08:29:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sam Barnett</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Essex Mencap]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Mencap Merchandise]]></category>

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		<title>Daybreak Saturday Club</title>
		<link>http://www.chelmsfordmencap.org.uk/daybreak-saturday-club/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:23:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sam Barnett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We regret to advise that this club has closed with immediate effect (29th June 2011) and we are working hard on opening a new Saturday Club service to our members aged 3-18 years in January.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>We regret to advise that this club has closed with immediate effect (29th June 2011) and we are working hard on opening a new Saturday Club service to our members aged 3-18 years in January.</strong></p>
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