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SAFE Essex

Multiple locations
An Essex based support group for autistic individuals and their families and carers

SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)

Multiple locations
A confidential and impartial information, advice and support service on issues related to special educational needs and disability (SEND). They can help with issues related to education, health and social care

SERICC Rape and Sexual Abuse Specialist Service

Multiple locations
Provides specialist services to anyone in South and West Essex who is experiencing, or who has experienced, any form of sexual violence and abuse at any time in their life

Sign Away BSL

Multiple locations
Offer British Sign Language courses in Southend.

SNAP Charity - Essex

Multiple locations
Supports families with children and young people aged 0 to 25 years with any special need or disability. No formal diagnosis or professional referral is needed to access SNAP services.

Talk, Listen and Cuddle (TLC)

Multiple locations
A resource to help you develop your child's communication skills through fun activities and learning at home

The Greenwell Academy

Harlow
The Greenwell Academy will provide a residential special school for children with social, emotional and mental health difficulties, aged 7 to 16, in Harlow. The school has opened on a temporary site, with the permanent site due to open in 2025.

The MAZE Group

Multiple locations
A SEND parent led community interest company, supporting parents of children with additional needs to feel good and function well

Upwards with Downs

Multiple locations
A charity providing support, activities and social events for people with Down Syndrome and their families.