What the Local Offer is
The Local Offer gives information about support available in Essex for children and young people aged between 0 to 25, with Special Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
You can use the Local Offer to:
- understand what to do if you're new to SEND
- browse for local support such as support groups, fun activities or specialist healthcare
- find out what to do in a complex situation, for example if you need to appeal a decision
- get advice for young adults with SEND, such as housing and employment support
How we keep information up to date
It's important that the information on this site is kept up to date.
To do this we:
- review all the advice information on a regular basis
- contact local listing owners to update their information
If you spot something that's incorrect, please email essex.localoffer@essex.gov.uk to let us know.
Helping someone access this information without internet access
For people without internet access, the options are to:
- access the website at a local library
- ask your school, nursery or a health professional for this information
- attend an in person SEND roadshow
- phone the Essex SEND Information Advice and Support Service helpline on 01245 204338