Southend-on-Sea Children's Short Breaks grants for 2026/27
The application window for Short Breaks grants for families and groups and organisations is now open
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SEND Recovery Programme Update - October 2025
Southend's SEND Team capacity is growing. Cindy Chilvers joins as the new Statutory Lead. We have improved EHC assessment timeliness and are focused on enhancing annual reviews.
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Local NHS prepares for impact of forthcoming industrial action
Between Friday 14th November and Wednesday 19th November 2025 resident doctors with be taking 5 days of strike action.
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Breast Screening Grant Opportunity
Healthwatch Essex announces an new Breast Screen Grant opportunity for local community groups within Mid and South Essex.
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Winter Health Hub
From flu prevention and norovirus guidance to support for long-term conditions and mental well-being, find essential tips and information tailored for those in mid and south Essex.
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Southend Community Vaccination Event Delivers Vital Protection Despite Stormy Weather
The Southend community vaccination event held on the 29th October at The Forum was a remarkable success.
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Parents in the East of England urged to use the half-term for MMR vaccines as measles continues to circulate
Half-term provides an ideal opportunity for busy families to book and visit their GP surgery without disrupting school routines.
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New Early Years Sensory Toolkit
A new Sensory Toolkit has been developed for young children aged 0-5 years.
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Stoptober 2025
Let’s quit smoking together this Stoptober.
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Personal Travel Budgets: a flexible way to manage your child’s journey
For many families with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, getting to and from school or college can be a challenge. That’s why we offer Personal Travel Budgets.
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Independent Travel Training: empowering young people with SEND to travel independently
Learning to travel independently can be a major step toward greater freedom and confidence for children and young people (CYP) with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).