The Adoption Support Fund (ASF) was available nationally ;from May 2015. This was established because many families needed some kind of support following adoption. ;The Fund will enable families to access the…

DURING CURRENT CORONA VIRUS OUTBREAK all clubs and groups have closed. Counselling and advice and support is available via telephone 01268 683431. Food bank is open 10 a.m to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to…

Child Maintenance Options is a free service that provides impartial information and support to help separated parents make decisions about their child maintenance arrangements. Website includes;…

We provide practical advice and assistance to people who primarily live in the Borough of Southend-on-Sea, through our face-to-face service operated from our offices in central Southend. Other specific…

Free online advice website for dads and male carers. ; Areas covered include: Fatherhood Expecting a baby Maintenance Work Money Health Relationships Separation and Divorce Education

This scheme is a grant system designed to help people who are trying to set themselves up in the community after a period of unsettlement, people that are under exceptional pressure, and people with short term…

We provide breakfast and also have a stay and play session. If parents want to collect a food bag they need a referral, preferably from their local Children's centre, but they can come to the Stay and Play and have…

For advice about which benefits you may be able to claim, including Benefits entitlement (Benefits calculator, fraud) Benefits for families (Child Trust Fund, Sure Start Maternity Grant, Childcare) Carers and…

National government website if you are looking for more information on the following areas: Apprenticeships, 14 to 19 education and training for work (Includes finding a course, finding an apprenticeship, 16 to…

Loan sharks operate illegally without correct permissions from the ;Financial Conduct Authority ;and ;often charge very high interest rates. .You can check if a company is authorised to lend money and report…

Grandparents Plus ;is the national charity which champions the vital role of grandparents and the wider family in children’s lives ;– especially when they take on the caring role in difficult family…

; The Hub project is run by the Charity South Essex Community Hub (SECH). If you need ;help getting online, support with job hunting, social housing ; and Tennancy, social care issues or other matters then visit the…

If you want to take control of your care and support without the added responsibility of managing a payroll, our professional Payroll Service is available at affordable fixed prices. Our experienced team…

We offer free, face-to-face debt advice to those in need within the Blenheim and Eastwood and Prince Avenue Primary Schools and their Children’s Centre’s catchment (or reach). All our recent clients come from…

The Mediation and Advice Project is Community Interest Company working for the benefit of the local community. ; We provide community and interpersonal mediation, social welfare advice (including debt,…

The Money Advice Service offer free and impartial advice to help improve your fincances either in person, online, or over the phone. ; They can help with advice on debt and borrowing, budgeting and managing your…

If you are expecting a baby or have a young baby and need help with housing then please contact Southend Borough Council regarding availability at our two Mother and Baby Units, located close to the town centre.

An 24/7 365 days a year online facility that allows you to register to see information relating to your ;Council Tax account or Housing Benefit Claim online. Available to view is: Council Tax bills and payment…

Despite the name Netmums is for Mums and Dads. The site provides a vast array of parenting information from pregnancy to dealing with teenagers. The site also offers an online parenting course as well as an support…

Payplan offers a fresh approach to dealing with financial difficulties. We are proud to be the UK’s largest provider of free debt solutions, including free debt management plans and Individual Voluntary…

An advantage card can offer reduced prices for a range of activities such as swimming, golf, outdoor bowls and concerts*; access to special promotions and additional discounts for certain special events;…

CAP stands for Christians Against Poverty which is a national charity. We help people who are in debt to get out of debt. We will help anyone irrespective of age, gender, faith or background. We visit client in their…

THIS SERVICE IS ONLY ACCESSED VIA A REFERRAL PROCESS: Vouchers can currently be obtained via most Children’s Centres and some other supporting agencies, please email for more information regarding this.…

For ;people aged 16+ living in the Southend ;Borough who require housing related support. Our aim is to promote independent living skills leading to people being confident to maintain their own homes, prevent…

We are a Christian church that meets every Sunday and ; in small groups throughout the week with different times and focuses. We hold a variety of events throughout the year, celebrating different things from the…

Southend YMCA offers supported accommodation for homeless, vulnerable or young people at risk aged 16 – 25. We cannot take pets or couples as we offer single person dwelling. Southend YMCA offers the residents…