If you are unable to use public transport the Care Cars service can help with transport to hospital. A donation is required (calculated according to mileage) and some drivers can take wheelchairs. The scheme covers Southend, Castle Point, Rochford, Hockley and Hullbridge. 7 days notice required
Advice and support for people living with Multiple Sclerosis.
Drop-In for homeless people every Sunday 3pm-6pm at Sacred Heart Church, 418 Southchurch Road. SS1 2QB
Confidential helpline provides information and support to anyone concerned about harm, abuse or exploitation of an older person. This might include physical, financial, psychological, sexual or neglect.
Housing Association with over 69,000 affordable homes in England, including more than 2,000 in Rochford, Sanctuary Housing is one of the UK’s leading social landlords. Sanctuary Housing provides small grants to community groups in Rochford through the Maureen's Gift initiative.
Community Agents Essex support older people and their informal carers by promoting health and independence, reducing social isolation, finding practical solutions to mobility issues and daily living.
CAST is a grassroots community activist group based in Southend-on-Sea which aims to support the self-determined needs of asylum seekers and refugees.
Help for women fleeing domestic abuse - the helpline can help find a refuge vacancy for you and your children; call for more information.
Foodbank - Open Wednesday 9.30am - 11am
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