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We are a charity for children and young people with autism. We provide services and raise awareness. We also campaign for change. We offer education and support through ; Treehouse School The Rise School ;…
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Anti-Bullying Alliance
Bullying is ;the repetitive, hurting of a person or group. This is by another person or group. Where the relationship has an imbalance of power. We want to stop bullying. We want safe environments where children and…
Autism Links
Autism Links is an autism ;information website. It has links to other sites so you can find out; Who to talk to. Where to go. Lots of helpful advice about autism. There are many excellent websites that have…
Autus - the Hao2 Foundation
We aid personal and professional growth. This is for people with autism and complex needs. We increase chances for exciting work to improve lives. This work is sustainable. We are a user-led service. Our aim is to…
Cerebra
We help children with brain conditions to have a better life. Working with their families as well. It can be hard or even impossible to: Learn, Play, Make friends, Enjoy the world. We give practical support and…
The MacGregor Office SuiteJolly Tar LaneCarmarthenSA31 3LW
Contact - For Families with Disabled Children
We are a national charity for families with disabled children. We give families: Information. Advice. Support. We bring them together so they can support each other. We work to improve their lives. We fight for…
209-211City RoadLondonEC1V 1JN
Council for Disabled Children
We work with: Children. Young people. Parents. Professionals. We work closely with national and local government. We tell them any issues we hear from the ground. ; We are the voice of young disabled people.
DIAL South Essex
Our service is free and confidential. We give advice and advocacy to disabled people of any age. Our staff are fully trained. Some of them have been in the same situation as you. Visit our website for more.
West StreetGraysEssexRM17 6XP
Direct Payments for Children with Disabilities (Southend-on-Sea)
A way of arranging social care services for: Disabled children. Young people. Their families. A Direct Payment is money paid by the Council. It goes to the parent/carer of a disabled child, or a disabled young…
Snakes LaneSouthend-on-SeaEssexSS2 6XT
Downs Syndrome Association
We are a national helpline. We give advice on: Benefits. Activities. Education. Health. Much more! We help those with Down's syndrome and their families. This includes new parents. Visit our website for more…
Dyspraxia Foundation
We are currently answering Helpline enquiries submitted via ; our website here:https://dyspraxiafoundation.org.uk/helpline/ providing advice and support to children, families, adults with…
8West Alley,Hitchin,HertfordshireSG5 1EG
Families InFocus Essex
A leading independent parent led registered charity providing holistic support to families of children with disabilities and special needs (aged 0 to 25) across Essex, who require advice, information and…
ParkwayChelmsfordEssexCM2 7PX
Family Fund
We are the UK's largest provider of grants to low-income families raising disabled and seriously ill children and young people (aged 17 and under). ; We help ease the additional pressures families face and can help…
Family Storehouse
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…
Storehouse Community CentreColeman StreetSouthend-on-seaSS2 5AW
GALOP - LGBT Domestic Abuse Support
National LGBT Domestic Abuse Helpline (Formerly managed by Broken Rainbow) T: 0800 999 5428E: help@galop.org.uk Emotional and practical support for LGBT people experiencing domestic abuse. Abuse isn’t…
GOV.UK - Work, Jobs and Pensions
National government website if you are looking for advice on the following areas: Finding a job (including Job search, Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA), volunteering, apprenticeships and job offers) Holidays,…
Healthwatch Southend
Healthwatch Southend is the local consumer champion for people who use health and social care services. ; We exist to give a voice to the adults, children and young people of Southend-on-Sea. ; Healthwatch…
Centre Place Childrens Centre15 Prospect CloseSouthend-on-SeaEssexSS1 2JD
In Control - Making It Personal
We operate as an extensive network and 'community for change' that aims to: Work directly with people who need support, and with their families to provide them with the knowledge, power and tools to take control of…
IPSEA - Independent provider of Special Education Advice
Independent Provider of Special Education Advice (known as IPSEA) is a registered charity (number 327691) operating in England. IPSEA offers free and independent legally based ;information, advice and…
24-26Gold StreetSaffron WaldenEssexCB10 1EJ
Living Well Essex Autism Hub
The Living Well Essex Autism Hub is designed to serve people with autism across Essex, as well as anyone else with a connection to the condition. Please click here to access the Autism Hub
Money Advice Service
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…
The National Autistic Society Helpline
Our Autism Helplineprovides impartial, confidential information and advice for people with autism spectrum disorders and their families and carers. Lines are open 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday (free from…
The National Autistic Society Parent to Parent Service (P2P)
Parent to Parent is the NAS’ UK-wide confidential telephone support service for parents and carers of a child or adult with autism. The service is provided by trained parent volunteers, both mothers and fathers,…
Needle & Syringe Provision (Needle exchange services)
Sharing or reusing needles can cause serious problems for users, increasing the risk of infections and of the transmission of blood-borne viruses such as HIV and Hepatitis. Needle & Syringe Provision is…
25-27Weston RoadSouthend-on-SeaEssexSS1 2BB
Not Fine in School
Not Fine in School ;is a parent/carer-led organisation set up in response to the growing number of children and young people who struggle with school attendance. This struggle may relate to unmet Special…
Parenting Together Support Programme
If you feel that you need help in resolving or managing conflict in your relationship as a parent, you may be able to take part in the Parenting Together Support Programme which is running in Southend. You can find out…
SAFE (Supporting Asperger Families in Essex)
SAFE is a support group for individuals and families affected by Asperger Syndrome (AS) and High Functioning Autism (HFA) in Essex, including the unitaries of Southend and Thurrock. Saturday morning club – SAFE…
SEN Mediation and Disagreement Resolution Services
SEN mediation and disagreement resolution services are available to parents of children with special educational needs and to young people with special educational needs. The services are free and…
SENDIASS - Special Educational Needs & Disability Information, Advice & Support Service
A free service offering support and advice to parents, carers and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). SENDIASS aim to encourage partnership between parents, carers and young…
Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue, Southend-On-Sea, Essex,SS2 6EN
SOS! SEN
SOS!SEN ;is a ;small ;charity dedicated to offering ;independent, legally based ;advice ;on Special Educational Needs to parents and carers. We aim to support and empower people to navigate the legal maze and…
11aCreek RoadEast MoleseySurreyKT8 9BE
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