THE Homepage – Livewell Southend

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)

To sign up for for the monthly Livewell newsletter, which summarises key news and events, please visit Email Updates from Southend-on-Sea City Council, add your email address and select "Livewell: What's New?". You can also select other council-affiliated newsletters you are interested in from here too.

Latest news

Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2026: Building Community, Strength and Support
Eating Disorders Awareness Week raises awareness, challenges stigma and highlights how community supports recovery. Beat offers resources, support and ways for people to get involved.
Funded early learning for 2 year olds
Eligible parents can get up to 15 hours per week (570 hours per year) funded early learning for their 2 year old child.
Measles messaging for Parents and Carers
Measles cases are rising in North London and likely to reach Essex, Southend and Thurrock. Check your child’s records and ensure they are up to date with MMR vaccines to stay protected.