St Albans Mencap was formed over fifty years ago in 1951 and has over 200 members in the St Albans area.
Its aims are to increase public awareness and understanding of the problems that children and adults with a learning disability face and at the same time to help and advise their parents and carers.
St Albans Mencap is a prominent local campaigner for fairer and better services for people with learning disabilities.
It organises events throughout the year to allow people with a learning disability to socialise in a positive, supportive environment and to let parents meet others who have shared similar experiences.