Overview
A referral can be made by any health professional or carer who feels a continuing care package may be required.
When a child or young person is referred for an assessment, The ICB (Integrated Care Board) might first check if they are likely to need a full assessment.
The assessment will look at the current care being provided but a decision on whether or not a child or young person has a continuing care need is based on the nature of their needs, rather that the care available, or whether or not they have a particular condition.
The ICB will keep the package of care under regular review to ensure the developing child or young person's needs continue to be supported.
NHS continuing care adults
If you are eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare, your Integrated Care Board (ICB) will be responsible for your care planning, commissioning services and your case management. The ICB will discuss options with you as to how your care and support needs will be best provided for and managed.
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Referral
Referrals can be made by healthcare professionals such as consultants, GPs, specialist nurses, children's community nurses, school nurses and other professionals such as social workers and SENCOs. A checklist or screening tool should be completed for all individuals who may be eligible for children's continuing care.