Support groups in Southend-on-Sea

Gentler spaces, run mostly by charities and volunteers – for parents in the early months, for neurodiverse people and their families, and for anyone who finds busy rooms difficult. If you’re in crisis rather than looking for a group, please contact your GP or NHS 111.

5 clubs and groups listed · last updated 17 August 2026

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Leap Pathways – The Hive

Relaxed, low-pressure free-flow sessions for all ages on Wednesdays and Fridays – designed to be gentle on anxiety.

Southend Central Under 18s, 35–60 Wed & Fri
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Cake Club Community

Warm daytime groups for parents, with slings and feeding support – a gentle place to meet other families.

Southend Central Under 18s, 35–60 School daytimes
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Making Waves

A supportive group for neurodiverse people and their families, meeting at St Cedd’s Church.

Westcliff-on-Sea All ages Fridays
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Neurodivergent Safe Space

A weekly club in Westcliff for neurodivergent teens and young adults aged 13–20 – activities, trips out, neurodivergent adults to talk to, and a space that’s theirs.

Westcliff-on-Sea Under 18s Thursdays, 12–2.30pm
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Social on Sea

A non-profit running social events for 13–25s with autism, Asperger’s or social and mental-health difficulties, plus a Social on Sea Plus strand for 18–30s. Events are booked in advance.

Southend Central Under 18s Various days
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