The Harlow Multi-Agency Centre (MAC) drop-in service is now ready to launch!
The aim of the MAC is to bring together a range of partner agencies in one place, making it easier for people to access the advice, guidance and support they need. By working together, the MAC can provide a more joined-up approach and improve outcomes for the people they support.
Everyone needs a little support sometimes. MAC Harlow is your one-stop shop for practical support, advice and guidance – whatever you’re dealing with. This could be:
Housing, rent and council tax
Benefits, budgeting and debt
Work, education and training
Social care
Mental health
Volunteering
Homelessness
Domestic abuse
Drugs and alcohol
It’s free and open to everyone – no referral needed.
When: Last Thursday of each month from 10:00-12:00, starting 27th August 2026
In Essex alone, tens of thousands of incidents are reported each year—and many more remain hidden.
🗺️ If you or someone you know needs support, visit Essex Map to find local services, charities, and groups offering help.
🏷️ Are you a group, charity, or service offering support in this area? Don’t stay unseen—get listed so those in need can find you. ✉️ Email communications@essexalliance.org.uk to request addition.
Together, we can strengthen safety nets across Essex and ensure every community member knows help is out there. 💜
Emergency Alerts is a UK government service that will warn you if there’s a danger to life nearby. In an emergency, such as severe flooding, fires or extreme weather, your mobile phone or tablet will receive an alert with advice about how to stay safe.
On Sunday 7 September at 3pm, UK Government will be testing emergency alert system (EAS) for the second-ever nationwide test. The test causes a mobile phone or tablet to:
make a loud siren-like sound that lasts about 10 seconds, even if it’s set on silent,
It may also cause a device to vibrate or read out the alert.
A message will appear on your screens making it clear the alert is only a test.
If you are affected by domestic abuse and have a concealed mobile phone from your abuser, you may not wish the sound of the alert to draw attention to your phone. How you opt out depends on your device. Full instructions telling you how to opt out are available at [https://www.gov.uk/alerts/opting-out]
Support for you
If domestic abuse is happening to you, it’s important to tell someone and remember you’re not alone.
If you do not feel safe or believe there is an immediate threat, call 999.
Men can call Respect Men’s Advice Line on 0808 8010 327 (Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm), or visit the webchat at Men’s Advice Line (Wednesday 10am to 11:30am and 2pm to 4pm) for non-judgemental information and support.
LGBT+: if you identify as LGBT+ you can call Galop on 0800 999 5428 for emotional and practical support
Forced marriage and honour crimes: anyone can call Karma Nirvana on 0800 5999 247 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm) for forced marriage and honour crimes. You can also call 020 7008 0151 to speak to the GOV.UK Forced Marriage Unit
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