The 1-2-1 support is provided during the first six weeks post-birth in your home. Currently only available in Shoebury and Kursaal ward.

If you have any concerns in regards to your child's Speech and Language development, and your child is under the age of 4 and you live in A Better Start Ward, please contact us on the details provided. Due to Covid-19,…

Dates, times and locations for sessions: Mondays 10-12 at the YMCA Eco Hub 2a St John’s Road in WestcliffTuesdays 10-12 Mini Milks at the ABSS Community HubWednesdays 10-12 at St Mark’s Church on the corner of…

Everyone wants the best for their children, but it can be hard to know what to do as a parent in the early years. That’s where HENRY comes in. The HENRY programme is FREE to join and helps you give your child the best…

The programme is for first-time mothers, young mothers (aged 21 years or under) and their babies, from pregnancy until their child turns 2. ;Fathers and ;other family members ;are also invited to take part with the…

The project provides a service for ;families in the ABSS areas whose child is currently on the Multidisciplinary Assessment waiting list and with concerns around development in (at least) two of these areas:…

Family Yoga led by Yoga 4 All. Whether you are new to yoga, or have tried it before, a chance to enjoy some peaceful time together. Suitable for all ages! *Child-friendly.

An exploration of childhood from the perspective of local community members and civic leaders. Capturing their individual thoughts and feelings about childhood through photography and sound. Come and see if…

A free speech and language therapy service for children aged 0-4 in ABSS Wards. ;

The Preparation for Parenthood programme is a free antenatal service, helping you prepare for the arrival of your baby. Partners, friends or family are encouraged to attend alongside expectant mothers.

SAVS is an independent charity known as a council for voluntary service or CVS. That means we work behind the scenes to help local charities and community groups achieve their full potential. We do this by:…

Perinatal Mental Health Specialist Health Visitors work alongside the Health Visiting service to promote the health and wellbeing of families with children under the age of five. ;

It provides families with children under 4 and expectant parents within A Better Start Southend wards with advice, support and information around giving their children the best start in life.

The project shows to parents that the world of work can be both exciting and accommodating to them and the needs of their young children