Welcome to the families section for the parents and carers of someone with a learning disability.

Services and resources

Mencap's services and resources for families and carers.

Hear from other families

Read blogs and real life stories and watch videos from other families.

Get talking

Sign up to our families forums and talk to other parents and carers online.

Ages and stages

Key issues to look out for at each age and stage of your child's life.

• Pregnancy and diagnosis
• 0 - 5
• 5 - 13
• 13 - 19
• 19 - 25
• 25 - 55
• 55+
• A - Z