Children and young people with special educational needs and disability

Picture collage - SEND CYP

This section has been designed to provide children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), and those that care for them, with specific links to advice and support that can help you keep healthy.

Take a look at the other sections on the left hand side to find more health information designed for your age.

We also have links to useful information for your Carers too; they can take a look at this page and also the Information for Foster Carers and Professionals section.

Useful information 

 

Keeping healthy

Every young person over the age of 14yrs old who has diagnosed learning disabilities, is able to see their GP for an Annual Health Check.

This is to help keep you healthy. This is separate to your health appointment you have with your Specialist Nurse for Children In Care.

Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Here are some useful videos designed to explain to children and adults, what Autism is and what it can feel like to an individual. Below there are also links to useful advice about living with autism and how to support someone with the condition.

 

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 

In this section you will find videos from children and young people explaining what it’s like living with ADHD; and links to advice and support.

 

Disability

Sleep

Bedwetting and toileting 

Keeping safe and relationships 

 

Transition into adulthood