SEND the Right Message Charity (STRM)

A charity providing support and training to families who have a child or young person with SEND.

How it can help

SEND the Right Message Charity (STRM) aim to help families navigate their child's SEND journey. They provide information, practical help and emotional support. STRM also promote parental self-resilience and learning.

STRM offers parents and carers:

  • an online parent support forum
  • online resources, such as guides, information and template letters
  • online and in person parent carer support sessions
  • a newsletter
  • community events, specialist talks and training
  • assistance to complete child disability benefit forms with their Disability Benefit Appointments
  • financial support, including foodbank referrals, household support fund and financial crisis support

They run a monthly programme which includes:

  • a guest talk SEND support session
  • a topic talk SEND support session
  • a relaxed coffee morning
  • a cost of living crisis support session
  • an online SEND support session

STRM also offer children's activities, including:

  • bouldering club

     

Age

0 to 25 with SEND.

Eligibility

Families living in Southend, Castle Point and Rochford districts who have a child with SEND. No diagnosis required.

How to access

Register for support on the website.  A professional can also refer. 

Opening hours

Monday: 9:00-15:30
Tuesday: 9:00-15:30
Wednesday: 9:00-15:30
Thursday: 9:00-15:30
Friday: 9:00-15:30
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Venue
location

Ground Floor
320D High Road
Benfleet
SS7 5HB
United Kingdom

Venue accessibility

Accessible by public transport
Accessible toilet
British Sign Language (BSL)
Catering facilities (such as a microwave to heat food)
Quiet room available
Subtitles
Wheelchair access

Special need

ADHD
Autism
Learning disability
Sensory processing needs
Social, emotional and mental health
Speech, language and communication

Area(s) covered

Castle Point
Rochford
Southend

Can siblings without SEND also attend

No

Cost

Some services may have a small charge. 

Is the service available online?

Yes

Contact

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