Neurodevelopmental pathway – North East Essex
Have you found it difficult to navigate different services and access the right support for you and your child?
Are you tired of repeating your story to different professionals?
Have you been waiting for an assessment and do not know where to get support in the meantime?
The term Neurodevelopment describes the growth and development of the nervous system including the brain. Autism, ADHD and learning disabilities are examples of neurodevelopmental disorders. While each child/young person is unique, neurodevelopmental disorders may mean that you or your child/young person requires more support with their development, behaviour, emotion, learning ability or self control.
Who are we?
We are a team of coordinators who provide a single point of access ensuring that you have access to quality information and resources. We will ensure consistency of individualised support until your needs have been fully met at any point of your pathway journey.
Who is our service for?
Our service is for children and young people up to the age of 25, and families within North East Essex who are living with a neurodevelopmental disorder.
We are here to ensure that you can access the appropriate support.
- Have restricted or intense interests?
- Don’t like or manage changes to routine?
- Delayed speech / language development?
- Difficulties concentrating: restless or hyperactive?
- Struggle to regulate emotions?
- Has trouble navigating social situations?
How can you contact us?
The coordinators are available Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm (excluding public holidays). Referrals can be from professionals, families, children and young people who can self-refer.
You can contact us through our free phone number 0300 247 0015 asking for the Neurodevelopmental Coordinators Team – or you can email us via vcl.essexne-neurocoord@nhs.net