https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 05 May 2026 10:30:07 +0000 Tue, 05 May 2026 10:30:07 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/240/a-new-way-to-apply-for-home-to-school-and-college-travel-assistance-from-1st-may Southend-on-Sea City Council are launching a new, streamlined online application process for home-to-school and college travel assistance. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:43:00 +0100 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/239/call-for-young-people-to-help-shape-careers-education-in-southend The Southend Youth Council invites young people aged 14 to 25 with SEND to complete a survey to give their views on careers support. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:10:00 +0100 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/238/southend-on-sea-takes-home-a-national-send-award- The Southend SEND Local Offer Team and Southend SEND Independent Forum (SSIF) win a national award for inclusive communications. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/234/know-what-to-do-if-you-need-medical-help-this-bank-holiday-weekend Stay well this bank holiday with NHS tips: keep basic medicines at home, order prescriptions early, ask pharmacies for help, and use 111 for advice. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:02:00 +0100 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/236/accessibility-for-elections The elections team are working hard to make elections more accessible. A range of arrangements are in place. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:29:00 +0100 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/235/dementia-friendly-golf-taster-clinic-brings-joy-and-connection-to-southend-community A dementia-friendly golf taster at Garon Park showcased inclusive sport, helping people with dementia build confidence, stay active and connect socially through welcoming, accessible golf sessions. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/221/latest-news-from-the-southend-send-partnership Stay connected with the Southend SEND Partnership! Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/233/exploring-our-local-woodlands-with-southend-on-sea-city-council Would you like to explore local Essex woodland with a professional arboriculturalist? Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:53:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/232/feedback-on-your-experiences-of-health-services-for-children-and-young-people Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB) are asking families, children and young people for feedback on their experiences of health services across Mid and South Essex Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:54:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/229/proposed-government-send-reforms-and-government-consultation The Government’s Schools White Paper, Every child achieving and thriving, was published on Monday 23 February 2026.  Within it, the Government sets out its proposals for reforming SEND Systems. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:47:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/228/eating-disorders-awareness-week-2026-building-community-strength-and-support Eating Disorders Awareness Week raises awareness, challenges stigma and highlights how community supports recovery. Beat offers resources, support and ways for people to get involved. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:21:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/227/funded-early-learning-for-2-year-olds Eligible parents can get up to 15 hours per week (570 hours per year) funded early learning for their 2 year old child. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:58:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/226/measles-messaging-for-parents-and-carers Measles cases are rising in North London and likely to reach Essex, Southend and Thurrock. Check your child’s records and ensure they are up to date with MMR vaccines to stay protected. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:35:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/225/new-autism-and-adhd-right-to-choose-providers 3 new Right to Choose providers have been commissioned for Autism and ADHD assessments for children and young people and 5 new specialist providers for ADHD assessment and treatment for adults. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:07:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/224/warrior-square-s-breast-screening-unit-moves-to-the-civic-centre-to-boost-access-and-attendance Nearly four in ten eligible women in Thurrock and Southend do not attend their vital breast screening appointments. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:14:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/222/send-early-years-update-february-2026 Read about the Early Years SEND Link Advisor in Family Centres, and the Mini Talkers Speech and Language group. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:08:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/220/holiday-activities-and-food-programme-haf-update-january-2026 The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme offers free holiday activities and meals for children and young people aged 5 to 16 years who get free school meals. Read the latest update here. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:53:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/219/southend-therapies-offer Two new documents have been launched outlining the Speech and Language Therapy (SALT),  Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physiotherapy offer in Southend. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:41:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/217/10-healthy-things-to-do-in-2026-around-southend-on-sea 10 healthy things to do in 2026 around Southend on Sea Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:17:00 +0000 https://www.livewellsouthend.com/news/article/215/introducing-preparing-for-adulthood-routemaps-for-young-people-with-send Navigating education and training options after 16 can be complex, especially for young people with SEND and their families. Our new post-16 routemap provides clear guidance on the pathways available. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:42:00 +0000