Announcement

ECL Chelmsford - Highfields Day Centre has now reopened

Contact us Search ECL.org

Learning disabilities
Day centres for adults with learning disabilities and autism
Providing services across Essex and neighbouring boroughs of London to support adults with learning disabilities and autism.
View this section
Inclusive Employment
Inclusive Employment
ECL's outstanding Inclusive Employment programme supports adults with learning disabilities and or Autism in Essex, to achieve their aspirations of paid employment.
View this section
Older people
Older people
Our Older People Day Centres offer specialist, person-centred support, and a range of tailored activities which are focused on maintaining independence and social interaction.
View this section
Sensory
Sensory
Our sensory impairment service supports people who have a sight loss, hearing loss or combined sight and hearing loss, to maintain independence and dignity in every aspect of daily life.
View this section
Short term care
Short-term home care
Our short-term home care service is here to provide you with the support you need to regain confidence and independence in your own home following a spell of ill health, surgery or an accident.
View this section
Guidance
Guidance & advice
Reaching out for support for yourself or a loved one is not easy and often comes at a time when you already feel overwhelmed. We are here to help with some simple guidance.
View this section
Careers
Careers
There are few jobs more rewarding than a career in care. At ECL, we look for people who share our values and passion to make a positive difference to people’s lives throughout the community.
View this section

Inclusive Employment

Two men talking to each other in front of a notice board saying 'Welcome to Colchester Hospital'

Inclusive Employment helps two graduates thrive in IT roles at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Colchester Hospital, part of the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT), recently welcomed two new IT team members through ECL's innovative Inclusive Employment programme.

Published: Wed 19th March 2025

A young man, Michael, sitting next to Marie Goldman, Colchester MP

Michael gains financial independence and confidence at The Cornish Bakery

Michael is 22, loves horror films, music, and cricket, and despite a learning disability and ADHD, gained financial independence with the help of an ECL's Inclusive Employment Consultant

Published: Mon 17th March 2025

A person standing if front of a big sign on a building saying 'FedEx' Ship Centre

FedEx champions Inclusive Employment

FedEx partners with ECL to support inclusive employment, benefiting both employees with disabilities and the company.

Published: Fri 7th March 2025

A young man standing in front of the Colchester Hospital looking at the camera and smiling

ECL Inclusive Employment service supports candidate to smash boundaries by securing a career in information technology

With ECL's support, William, a highly educated individual with autism, secured roles in data inputting and IT support, showcasing the potential of neurodiverse individuals in professional settings.

Published: Fri 7th March 2025

Inclusive Employment - K flourishes in paid employment at FedEx

K is a 21-year-old with autism who, despite having a degree in musical theatre, experiences anxiety. Their goals were to find paid employment, move into their own home, and learn to drive.

Published: Mon 3rd March 2025

Two men in high-vis looking at a screen monitor, one of them is sitted, while the other is standing next to him and points at the monitor

Brandon Jones – A journey to employment and independence

After leaving college, Brandon volunteered at a charity shop in Halstead to gain valuable work experience. He knew he wanted a paid job but wasn’t sure how to go about it. Thanks to ECL's support, he's been able to secure a position at CareCo.

Published: Mon 3rd March 2025

Filter by tag: