- Description
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We support residents in Southend-on-Sea, Rochford, Rayleigh and Castle Point. We work with families and professionals to ensure rights are respected, continuing our history of independent support across the local area.
Service aims
Our advocacy service focuses on 3 key goals:
- supporting people to have a voice: helping those who struggle to be heard
- helping people understand their rights: providing clear information for informed choices
- empowering people to speak up: building confidence to access services independently
We stand alongside you to ensure your views are heard and your rights are protected throughout Southend-on-Sea and its surrounding areas.
Who can use our advocacy service?
The service is for adults aged 18 and over who have a learning disability and live in Southend-on-Sea, Rochford, Rayleigh, or Castle Point.
What we can help with?
Our advocates can support you with many different issues, including benefits, housing, employment, finances, and personal choices like holidays. We also help with relationship guidance and community conflict resolution.
We can help you understand information, think about your options, and speak up about what you want.
- Phone
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01702 334514
- Website
- Address
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The Harvey Centre, 100 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1PG
- Map
- Cost description
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Free advice and support
- Referral notes
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Referral process for Southend residents
Southend Mencap works in partnership with South Essex Advocacy Services under Southend-on-Sea City Council's Advocacy Contract.
South Essex Advocacy Services is the lead organisation. Referrals for Southend residents are made through the Southend Advocacy Hub.
Ways to refer:
Online: Southend Advocacy Hub website
Referral form: Download the General Advocacy Referral Form (link on this page).
Email: advocacy@southessexadvocacy.org
Referral process for Rochford, Rayleigh and Castle Point residents
Contact Southend Mencap directly. Call 01702 334514 or email southendmencap.advocacy@hotmail.co.uk
- Age range
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18 plus
