What is a Health Assessment?
Whilst you are in care we would like to meet you to discuss your health. You will be able to have someone you know with you.
We want to make sure that all of your health needs are being met. We also want to make sure that you have a Dentist and a GP and that your vaccinations are up to date.
Your thoughts and wishes are very important to us. We will try to provide regular support and information should you request it.
Where?
The Health Assessment could take place at school, home, in a clinic or at your foster placement.
Why?
The law requires that all Children in Care have a Health Assessment. The first (initial) Health Assessment is usually done by a Doctor.
Will I have a Health Assessment again?
A review will be done by a trained Nurse; unless you have ongoing health concerns then a Doctor would want to see you
How often will I have reviews?
Under 5 year olds will be seen every 6 months and over 5 year olds will be seen once a year, unless we, you or your carer feel it needs to be more often.
What do we look like?
Melanie Laidler Named Nurse
Children in Care
Jenny Varley Specialist Nurse
Children in Care
Jean Hubble Specialist Nurse
Children in Care
Eleanor Dawson Designated Doctor
Children in Care
What do we talk about?
| Dental Health | |
| Feelings and emotions | |
| Eating and Drinking | |
| Fitness and Exercise | |
| Smoking, Alcohol and Drugs | |
| Sexual Health | |
| General Health |
What happens next?
A Health Care Plan is made by you and the Doctor or Nurse. Copies will be sent to your Social Worker, GP, Carer and to you.
Your social worker may give a copy to your parents.
This plan will make sure that the people caring for you know about any health issues you have, and that they are taken care of.