staying healthy, happy and safe
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If your child has additional needs or a disability, download Leaflet 9. Health and well-being from the Parent Information Pack for more information.
Independent health visitors
Sarah Oakley
I am an independent health visitor and lactation consultant based in Ely and covering the whole of Cambridgeshire, West Suffolk and West Norfolk. I am the mother of a teenage boy with autistic spectrum disorder so I have a personal, as well as professional, interest in disabled children and their families. As an independent health visitor I am able to support disabled children and their families in a number of ways including:
- Co-ordinating services Referrals and reports to other professionals
- Facilitating effective communication between parents, professionals and service providers
- Information on services available and support in accessing them Emotional and psychological support for parents
- Support with managing challenging behaviour
- Identification of developmental needs
- Help with DLA forms, accessing grants for equipment, etc
As I am not employed by a statutory agency like health or social care I am free to challenge professional decision making on your behalf and to work to represent you and your family without any conflict of interest. For more information about me, my services and prices see www.nursingnurture.co.uk
