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App Directory

We are excited to announce the launch of the Essex App Directory

What is the App Directory?

The App Directory is an organised collection of wellbeing, mental health, and lifestyle digital apps for Essex-based practitioners to embed digital tools in your social care work. This app is suitable for practitioners and should be used as a guide when recommending digital apps. Key benefits include

  • Digital apps categorised by alphabet and category
  • Encourage digitisation in social care work
  • Cut down research time when searching for apps

With the App Directory, you can now browse through wellbeing, mental health, and lifestyle digital apps when thinking about digital recommendations for your person. Access through your phone (Android and iOS compatible) or through your web browser!

on your mobile device:

Install the App (Android and iOS)

on your computer:

Web Browser (no downloading needed)

Scan the QR code to get an instant link to the directory

 

Simple, Straight forward navigation allows you to find what you are looking for with ease

Search either alphabetically or by category

See at a glance what the app is best used for, if it is free or paid for, and an honest score from one of our App testers

Submit your own recommendations for apps to be added

Give us feedback on on what you like and what you don't and please, let us know if something is not working as it should be

  1. Is the App Directory free?
    1. Yes, the App Directory is free
  2. Are all the apps in the App Directory free?
    1. No, not all the apps in the directory are free. We have tried our best to provide as many free apps as possible. There are some apps that are subscription based and provide a free trial.
  3. Will Essex County Council pay for the app?
    1. No, the App Directory should only be used as guidance when recommending digital apps to your person.
  4. Can I use it on my work phone/personal phone/browser?
    1. Yes, the App Directory can be used without logging into your work or personal emails. Please note that downloading the app onto your mobile devices will require an email to log in. Using the App Directory through the web browser will not require a login.

 

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App Directory Disclaimer

App information is offered for information purposes to the public and is maintained by the Essex TEC Team and Eastcote Consulting on behalf of Essex County Council and partners.  Although they have undertaken their own internal assessments of the apps, anyone who relies on this information does so at their own risk. Access and use of this information constitutes acceptance by you of these Terms and Conditions which take effect from the date of first use.

Provision of information and data

These digital apps are produced and maintained by third parties; which includes the collection and use of data. Essex County Council makes no representations or warranties with regard to the accuracy of the information supplied by them. Information held about an app does not imply an endorsement of that organisation or its services by Essex County Council.

Background checks

Essex County Council has not conducted background checks or other forms of due diligence (for example, Disclosure Barring Service checks) against the providers of apps on this application.

Viruses, unavailability and jurisdiction

We recommend that you run an anti-virus program on all material downloaded from the internet. We cannot accept any responsibility for any loss, disruption or damage to your data or your computer system which may occur whilst using apps.

All legal issues arising from or related to the use of the App Directory are governed and determined by the laws of England. Any dispute arising under these Terms and Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England.

Last updated: 06/05/2025