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Deaf and Hearing Impairment (HI) Service

Multiple locations
Works with children and young people with a hearing impairment (hearing loss). They are part of the Essex County Council Physical and Sensory Impairment Specialist Teaching Service.

ECL Sensory (Sight and Hearing Loss) Service

Multiple locations
Sensory impairment service supports people who have a sight loss, hearing loss or combined sight and hearing loss, to maintain independence and dignity in every aspect of daily life

NSPCC

Nationwide
Provides a helpline for anyone who is concerned about a child, but also has lots of helpful services and information available for parents and carers.

Open Door Services

Thurrock
Open Door Services is a local charity for vulnerable children, young people and adults in Thurrock

Samaritans

Nationwide
A service that offers support to those struggling to cope or have been affected by suicide by phone, online or via their app.

Sense Sensory

Nationwide
Local provider and installer of sensory rooms, de-escalation rooms, padding, and soft play. They also sell multi-sensory equipment.

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

Southend Mencap Advocacy Service

Multiple locations
An advocacy service that supports people in understanding their rights and have the information to make informed choices