Specialist health services

Children and young people under 18 with complex health needs that can’t be met by GPs, hospitals or NHS community services may be eligible for CYPCC support. A referral from a healthcare professional, usually a Children’s Community Nurse or Paediatrician, is needed to access this.

Children and Family Health Devon (CHFD)’s neurodiversity pathway helps children and young people in Devon access support for conditions such as autism, ADHD, tics and Tourette’s syndrome. Parents and carers can request support directly – a referral is not necessary.

Continuing Healthcare (CHC) is an NHS fully funded package of care that some people aged over 18 receive due to their long-term health needs. You will need a referral from a health or care professional to access this service, for example, a doctor or consultant.

Hospice support, including hospice breaks, emergency care, palliative care and end-of-life care, for children and young people living with life-limiting conditions. You can contact this service directly (self-refer), or a healthcare professional such as a Children’ Community Nurse may also offer a referral.

The Palliative Care service provides nursing care and support for children and young people with life limiting and life threatening condition across Devon. You will need referral from a healthcare professional to access this service, for example paediatrician or Children’s Community Nurse.

Vranch House provides the specialist wheelchair service for children who have been assessed by a community therapist as needing specialist provision.