On this page you will find information about outside agencies and services you can access to support you and your family, as well as information about activities that take place in the local area.
The Family Hub team is made up of a collection of different professionals, including health visitors, school nurses, and healthy family support workers. Together they work to promote the health and wellbeing of children in Essex.
Areas of support that can be provided
Click the link below to find out more!
Families In Focus are 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 support, particularly at times of change, challenge and crisis.
The service is accessible to all families from Essex whatever their background, as long as at least one child or young person in the family between the age of 0 to 25 has a disability or special need.
To find out more about the services available visit their website via the link below.
Home start can help with:
PRACTICAL SUPPORT
A volunteer or attendance at a group can help with practical skills including:
Routines and boundaries
Playing and engaging with your children
Household task management
Budget and finance management
Accessing local services within your community
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
A volunteer or attendance at a group can help with emotional support including:
A listening ear
Accessing mental health services
Managing anxiety
Managing depression
Dealing with family conflict
Coping strategies
Peer Support
Meeting new people
Follow the link below to access contact details and current timetables for support.
Kids Inspire provide mental health and trauma recovery support for children, young people and their families.
Through a range of therapeutic and community activities Kids Inspire promote resilience, self-awareness, and relationship building to empower more positive life choices.
Follow the link below for more information.