supported by a strong offer of advice on money maximisation
have access to jobs and skills opportunities
have access to affordable housing
people who cannot maximise their income are identified, and support is tailored to their needs. Examples include:
people with disabilities and their carers
single people (especially single parents and single pensioners)
low paid working people
healthcare inequalities will be reduced at local level. Poverty will no longer reduce the possibility to live a long and healthy life. This will be achieved by working closely with the South East Essex Alliance
Strategic objectives
help more people to adopt healthy behaviours
create a more inclusive local economy in Southend. One that ensures more local people and businesses benefit from the city's growth
explore how we can more effectively use data to target support to those most in need
support more people to stay in education, learn new skills and improve work readiness
upskill people and improve residents financial skills
support more people who experience fuel poverty
strengthen Southend Food Alliance and the local food offers. This will include support to upskill residents about cooking, food and nutrition
