Directory

There are a range of organisations that offer support to young autistic people and their families across Essex. We’ve worked with families across Essex, Southend, and Thurrock to handpick services that they recommend. 

Find a service for you by searching or browsing all the services below. 

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Coco Care

Essex
A unique new day service for adults with learning disabilities based on vocational opportunities and learning, enabling you to become
Paid

Independence Project

Essex
Offers disabled adults a personalised programme of activities to engage while within a fun safe environment.
Paid

MegaCentre Rayleigh

Southend
An activity centre as a Youth and Community facility for the benefit of the community.
Paid

Sign Away

Southend
Sign Away BSL runs introductory courses to British Sign Language.
Free

SEND Sensation

Anywhere
Clubs and activities for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
Free

Glenwood School

Southend
A special school for children with severe learning difficulties, aged 3-19, in Benfleet.
Paid

CanalAbility

Essex
A registered charity who provide people with SEND the opportunity to enjoy boating on a river in their specially adapted
Free

PACT for Autism

Anywhere
A charity offering support for parents, carers, autistic individuals and families.
Paid

BreakForth

Essex, Thurrock, Southend
Personalised support services tailored to your unique needs. Whether you are managing mental health issues, neurodiversity or learning disabilities.

Haven't found what you're looking for?

Each Local Authority in England provides a directory of SEND services. That is called their ‘Local Offer‘. In it you can find a range of organisations and services who can offer advice, guidance, direct support for a wide range of needs. Find your Local Offer below: 

Parent Carer Forums

Parent Carer Forums work with local authorities, education settings, health commissioners and other provides to represent parent and carer’s views and experiences. Everyone involved with the forums are parent/carers themselves and using their points of view they can help inform and influence services for children, young people and their families. To learn more about these forums or to get involved click the link below.

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If you know of a local service in Essex, Southend, or Thurrock that you think other young autistic people or their families would benefit from please tell us and we’ll include it in our directory. 

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