Health Services for Children and Young People with SEND
Here you will find a range of services and support selected for inclusion based on their provision for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, with guidance on recommended age ranges for each.
Health Services Overview
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Audiology
Children’s and adult audiology services, including hearing assessments, support, and hearing aid care.
Community Children's Nursing Team (CCN)
Home and school-based care for children with complex or life-limiting conditions.
Community Dental Services
Specialist dental care, oral health support, and prevention for children and adults.
Community Paediatrics
Paediatric and adolescent care, including neonatology, outpatient clinics, and emergency services.
Continuing Care Including Personal Budgets
Personal budgets and NHS-funded care support for children and adults with very complex needs.
Diabetes Services
Supporting children and adults with diabetes through clinics, home visits, and education.
Dietician
Provides tailored nutritional support for children and adults across hospital and community settings.
Learning Disabilities
Specialist support for children and adults with learning disabilities across Dudley.
Occupational Therapy
Supporting children’s daily living activities at home, school, and community through specialist therapy.
Ophthalmology
Provides eye assessments, treatments, and surgery for children and adults.
Orthotics
Offers custom supports, braces, and footwear to aid movement and daily activities.
Physiotherapy
Supporting children’s physical development, mobility, and independence through specialist physiotherapy.
School Nursing
Provides health support in Dudley schools, promoting well-being and healthy lifestyles.
Sleep
Provides free sleep advice for children with brain conditions and their families.
Speech and Language Therapy Services
Supporting Dudley children with speech, language, and swallowing difficulties through specialist therapy.
Toileting and Continence
Supporting children with bladder/bowel issues through assessment, advice, and tailored interventions.
Wheelchair Services
Provides NHS wheelchairs, seating, repairs, and personal budget support for eligible children and adults.