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From humble beginnings

We take pride in our history. We have been serving the communities of Andover and the surrounding areas for over 60 years. What started out as a concerned group of parents whose children had a learning disability, has now turned into a charity which has had over 7000 people access our community services.

An old photo of The Anton Companions.

1960’s

The Beginning – The Anton Companions

1970’s

We become Andover and District Mencap

A 1970's photo of the start of Andover and District Mencap.
When Purple Oak Support moved into The Wellington Centre.

2011

WE MOVE INTO THE WELLINGTON CENTRE

AND NOW… PURPLE OAK SUPPORT

Purple Oak Support making cakes in the kitchen.
A photo of a man using a tablet with Purple Oak Support.
Exercise and outdoor training with Purple Oak Support.