Livewell Southend - Home page

What is Livewell Southend?

This is Southend's health and wellbeing website. You can find information and advice on how to stay well, as well as links and contact details for people who can help. You can also find:

  • community groups
  • details of organisations who can support children or adults with various health and wellbeing issues
  • services that can provide support for children and adults
  • information, advice and guidance on local services and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

You can also sign up for for the monthly Livewell newsletter which summarises key news and events.

Latest news

  • Drop in session for new HAF providers

    Following news of the 3-year extension of the HAF programme, the Southend-on-Sea City Council Procurement team are running a face-to-face session for potential providers

  • Ask About Asthma Campaign 2026

    2026 marks 10 years of the #AskAboutAsthma campaign. NHS England are asking health services, schools and other organisations to set local goals to improve asthma care.

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NHS Health Checks

The NHS Check is like a MOT for people.

Once every five years, it measures your circulatory and vascular health. It looks for factors that could mean you are at higher risk of: diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, stroke,dementia.

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Every Mind Matters

Giving you you simple and practical advice to get a healthier mind and get more out of life.

From how to deal with stress and anxiety, to boosting your mood or sleeping better.

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Find Your Local Pharmacy or GP

Visit the NHS website to looks for services available near you, such as vaccinations, mental health services and prescriptions.