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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Council encourages residents to take control of their health with free HIV tests
Southend-on-Sea City Council is encouraging residents to take advantage of free and confidential HIV testing as part of National HIV Testing Week (10 to 16 February).
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HIV Testing Week 2025
Know your status, enjoy safer sex, challenge stigma
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Under 5 years old: workshops run by the Lighthouse Child Development Centre
The Lighthouse Child Development Centre is running workshops and support sessions for families of children under 5 years old.
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Over 5 years old: workshops run by the Lighthouse Child Development Centre
The Lighthouse Child Development Centre is running workshops and support sessions for children between 5 and 18 years old and their families.
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Enhancing the future for young people with SEND in Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea City Council is developing a Preparing for Adulthood Strategy for children and young people with SEND.
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Free audiobooks for under 25's with SEND
Free audiobooks to children and young people under 25 years with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
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Health Inequalities Microgrants Fund Now Open!
The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System is delighted to announce a new microgrant programme.
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A Conversation with Tracey Meddle: Championing Vision Support
Interview with Tracey Meddle, an Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO) highlighting the importance of VI awareness training for hospital staff and the benefits of registering for vision impairment.
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Think pharmacy first
Going to your local pharmacy offers an easy and convenient way to get clinical advice on minor health concerns.
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My Care Bridge - online portal for autism and ADHD referrals for children and young people
Services in mid and south Essex are working together to improve the experiences of families while they await an autism and/or ADHD assessment