The Citizens Advice Bureau has produced a free guide about the help that is available to working parents with school costs, meals, uniforms, transport and much more.
National Charity for elderly and terminally ill people and their pets (inc dog walking).
Childline is a counselling service for children and young people up to their 19th birthday in the United Kingdom provided by the NSPCC.
Charity supporting homeless people and their animals.
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.
We are a local charity providing Dementia Day Centres, Home Help Service, Companionship & Sitting Service, Care in the Community & Young Carers Groups. Helping people remain living independently at Home.
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
BATIAS - Independent Advocacy Service Charity Advocacy for people with disability.
BASIS Promoting independence and reducing isolation within the community for visually impaired adults and their families in South Essex.
Community Hall situated between Rochford and Hockley close to Southend.
SS4 3HF
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.