Health

Non-fatal strangulation is a specific offence as part of the Domestic Abuse Act. It typically involves strangling or intentionally affecting a victim’s ability to breathe in an attempt to control or intimidate them and can lead to serious health issues

Domestic abuse can occur at any age. Research shows that domestic abuse affecting older people is often not recognised and under reported. Older people can be victims of interpersonal violence, or abuse by family members however we do not see older peo

MSI Reproductive Choices provide NHS-funded abortion and vasectomy care, as well as self-funded treatment, through their network of clinics across England. Health and wellbeing is their biggest priority. While you’re in their care, they will always mak

SUMMIT (Tendring Mental Health Support) has a range of bespoke services for adults with learning disabilities, autism and adults who have entrenched mental health disorders. SUMMIT provides a variety of services including support to those affected by h

Peabody’s Outreach Support offers a short-term support service to people living within the Essex area who are experiencing a range of problems that are impacting their health, financial and housing wellbeing. Peabody provide a free and confidential sup

A bespoke drug and alcohol service offering confidential advice and support to current and ex HM Forces personnel and their families, across Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex. ​They offer confidential and tailored support for PTSD, mental ill health, substanc

The OutHouse is a Colchester based registered charity, providing opportunities for LGBTQ+ people in Essex. Their mission is to develop and promote a sustainable, fair and equal society where all lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people can achieve

We provide a free, confidential, non-judgemental service available to the people of Essex regardless of sex, age, ethnic origin and sexual orientation. Our expertise means everyone can expect appropriate, effective advice and care to the benefit their

Brook delivers sexual health and wellbeing services in Thurrock, providing free, confidential, non-judgemental support to people of all ages. Services include: Contraception and condoms STI testing and treatment HIV testing and treatment PrEP and PEP V