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Find out about help available for children and young people (aged 0 to 25). This is the Local Offer.

More information, can be found here: https://hootbio.com/theessexlocaloffer The Local Offer gives information about support available in Essex for children and young people aged between 0 to 25, with Special Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You can use the Local Offer to:

- Understand what to do if you're new to SEND

- Browse for local support such as support groups, fun activities or specialist healthcare

- Find out what to do in a complex situation, for example if you need to appeal a decision

- Get advice for young adults with SEND, such as housing and employment support

03/11/2026

Missed our SEND Local Offer Roadshows?

There are still plenty of opportunities to come and meet us at one of our community pop-up events over the coming weeks. We'll be visiting:

• Aldanat Community Hub
• Debden Library
• Canvey Island Library

To find out more, visit the link below 👇

03/11/2026

Parents and carers are invited to a relaxed Coffee Morning at the Independence Project Ltd & Independence Clubs CIC tomorrow ☕

Drop in for a cuppa, biscuits and a friendly chat with other families.

• Wednesday 4 November 2026 📅
• 11am to 1pm�🕚
• Independence Project, Unit 9 Kingsdale Business Centre, Chelmsford 📍

A warm welcome awaits. 💙

03/11/2026

The Good Beginnings Series is running across Essex for families of autistic children and young people.

Join us to:
• learn more about autism
• connect with other families of autistic children and young people
• find out what is available in Essex to support your child

Good Beginnings: running across the county and online for families of children aged 0 to 5 in spring and summer

Beyond Good Beginnings: running across the county for families of children aged 6 to 13 in the spring term

Good Futures: running across the county for families of children aged 14 to 19 in the summer term

To find out more, visit the link below 👇

02/11/2026

Can you guess the signs?

Amy from multi-schools council is back with another BSL challenge!

Watch closely and see if you can work out what the signs mean before the answer is revealed. Then have a go yourself and see how many you can remember.

Did you get them both right? Let us know in the comments!👇

02/11/2026

Bonfire Night can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming for some children and young people with SEND.

We're looking for your top tips to help other families prepare for Bonfire Night.

What helps your child? Noise-cancelling headphones? Social stories? Watching fireworks from home? Planning ahead and talking about what to expect? Something else?

Share your tips, ideas and experiences in the comments. Your advice could help another family have a more enjoyable and less stressful Bonfire Night.

02/11/2026

International Stress Awareness Week takes place from 2 to 6 November 2026.

Taking care of your own wellbeing is important.

We're inviting parents and carers to share the things that help them look after their mental health and wellbeing. Whether it's getting outdoors, making time for a hobby, connecting with friends, or simply taking a few moments for yourself, your ideas could help others.

You can also find information about mental health and wellbeing support on the Essex Local Offer website 👇

What wellbeing tips would you share with other parents and carers?

02/11/2026

It's your last chance to meet the SPACE Peer Educators at one of our SEND Local Offer Roadshows this term!

The team will be attending the West Essex SEND Local Offer Roadshow in Epping on Wednesday.

All of the SPACE Peer Educators have lived experience of raising a child with SEND, so you'll be able to talk to someone who understands.

To find out more information, visit the link below 👇

01/11/2026

West Essex SEND Local Offer Roadshow: coming soon!

Thinking of joining us? Take a look at our short reel to see what you can expect on the day.

Meet local SEND services, chat with support organisations, discover activities and opportunities, and find out what's available for children and young people with SEND and their families.

• Wednesday 4 November 📅
• Epping Hall, Epping 📍
• 9.30am to 12.30pm ⏰

Come along, ask questions, make connections, and explore the support available in your local area.

We look forward to welcoming you! 💜

30/10/2026

Did you know that Spangles Family Hub - Uttlesford District - Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Service has opened a Sensory Garden, creating even more opportunities for children to learn, play and explore outdoors. 🌿

Featuring a mud kitchen, sand play, sensory planting, and fruit and vegetable growing areas, the garden has been designed to support wellbeing, spark creativity and encourage a connection with nature. 🌱

Thanks to a fantastic community effort, this wonderful new space will help families make memories, build confidence and enjoy outdoor play together for years to come. 💚

Have you visited the Sensory Garden yet? We'd love to hear what you and your family enjoyed most! 👇

30/10/2026

Meet the people behind SPACE

Visit the link below to meet the SPACE Peer Educators 👇

Each Peer Educator has lived experience as a parent or carer of a child or young person with SEND.

On the page, you can learn more about the team, view their profiles and discover how they can support families through online sessions, one to one calls and events across Essex.

Address

Chelmsford
CM11QH

Website

https://send.essex.gov.uk/, https://hootbio.com/theessexlocaloffer

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