From April 2026, Southend Family Centres are becoming Best Start Family Hubs. Find out more.

Support and other services

Homebased Family Support Service

To access our Home-Based Family Support Service, you must live in Southend and have a child under the age of 5. We offer one‑to‑one support, providing practical help, emotional guidance, and assistance with accessing local services.

For more information or to submit a request for support, you can call us on 01702 220 810, or use our portal.