Useful links

Essex County Council
 

Essex Family Information Service
(or call 0800 0556874)

Essex Safeguarding Children’s Board

HMRC Tax Credits Information
Tax Credit Helpline: 0845 3003900

Direct Gov
 

Local Life information service – for information on services available for families across Essex

Citizen’s Advice Bureau – free, independent, confidential advice  on financial and legal and other issues families may face

Child Maintenance Options – free information and support 
Helpline 0800 9880988 or text OPTIONS to 66644 for free callback

Foundation Years parents area

Contact a Family – support, information and advice for parents of children with disabilities
Helpline 0800 0556874

Families in Focus – supporting families with children with disabilities and special needs.
Helpline 01245 353575 Mon to Fri 10am-4pm

Gingerbread – practical support and advice for all single parents

Start4life: For information and advice on your baby’s health or call 0300 123 1021

Fatherhood Institute –supporting the role of fathers 
 

Sorting Out Separation web app – helping separated couples and parents work together to achieve what’s best for themselves and their children.