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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.