The Suffolk Neurodevelopmental Pathway is now live for all new referrals regarding possible Autism, ADHD and/or behaviours that challenge. This is the only route of referral for Neurodevelopmental challenges and/or difficulties up to the age of 18 and all referrals should be discussed with the School, where an onward referral can be made.

One of the key priorities of the pathway is that it is a ‘needs led’ approach with access to support with or without a diagnosis. Other features of the new pathway:

• Makes support for families a priority
• Provides support at the point of need
• Provides support through the third sector
• Introduces a Coordination Function for single point of access of referrals
• Reviews Clinical pathways

To self-refer:

Here is a link, which provides information about the new changes regarding the new NDD pathway (Neurodevelopment).

Please visit Suffolk Infolink via www.infolink.suffolk.gov.uk – Neurodevelopmental Disorder (NDD) Pathway.

You will need to ask a professional who knows your child well to help you with this.
The professional (key worker) could be a:

• School or education staff e.g SENCo, School nurse or alternatively one person from below (who knows your child well)
• A professional from a voluntary service you are receiving help from
• A Social Worker
• A Mental Health Worker
• Any Clinician or Allied Health Professional that has personal knowledge of the issues your child is struggling with.

If you have any queries or need to contact the surgery further about the completion of your referral then please raise an Ask My GP request.