Our service is accessible to all families from Essex whatever their background, as long as at least one child or young person in the family between the age of 0 to 19 has a disability or special need.

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We aim to give caring, practical and confidential support whilst empowering families, in a non–threatening way, to consider the choices available to them and make the best use of available services.

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Our services are seen as essential, invaluable and tailored to meet the needs of our families in an accessible, proactive and positive way.

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Services

 

 

Helpline

Easy access through telephone and e-mail helplines to appropriate emotional support, tailor–made responses to enquiries and signposting.

 

Family Adviser Support

Family Support Adviser or key worker one to one support (via telephone/e-mail helplines, home visits, accompanying to meetings).

 

Independent Parental Support (IPS)

Providing parents with relevant information and support around a vast array of issues including specialist advice, information and support on Special Education Needs (school admission and choice, integration, transition, bullying, exclusions or threat of exclusions and statementing).

 

Help With Disability benefits (including DLA)

Providing information and support in obtaining disability benefits (e.g. DLA, PIP, Carer's Allowance, Family Fund and other financial support), preparation and support with appeals and tribunals.

 

Saturday Activity Club

Weekly activity club for all the family.

 

Siblings Support Group

Kidzspace, a special group for siblings (brothers and sisters aged 8+).

Respite Opportunities

 

Parent or carers Indulgence Days and pamper sessions and drop–in centres with access to other "similar–situated" families to share experiences and support.

 

Family Activities – social events, workshops

 

Mutual support through family, social and group activities together with speakers, information or advice and learning opportunities at various venues around the county.