PEOPLE with learning disabilities have taken part in a challenge to mark Captain Sir Tom Moore's 100th birthday.
Worthing Mencap organised and carried out a litter pick and a 100-minute walk to raise money as part of the Captain Tom 100 challenge.
The challenge was organised in memory of the former soldier who died on February 2, with people encouraged to do their own charity events as a show of respect.
Members of Worthing Mencap were joined by staff, volunteers and supporters as they picked litter along Worthing seafront.
They split into groups of six to allow people to social distance and obey Covid-19 restrictions.
The group raised between £250 to £300 for Worthing Mencap, and there are donations still coming in.
The money will go towards a range of services to help people live independent and engaging lives.
Worthing Mencap on South Farm Road has been operating since 1958.
It was started by local parents with children who have learning disabilities.
Since then, the charity has helped people with learning disabilities, autism and other associated disabilities.
Sir Captain Tom Moore rose to fame during the first lockdown after he completed 100 laps of his garden, raising £38.9 million for the NHS.
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