Referrals and assessment
Referrals for an assessment of need for a child with a disability can be made by contacting the Children's Single Point of Contact on 01702 215007 or C-SPOC@southend.gov.uk
Children who meet the threshold for the Children with Disabilities Service will receive an assessment of their need for services. This will be carried out in consultation with the family, using information from other professionals as appropriate. Other assessments will be commissioned as necessary. All assessments should be completed within 40 working days of the referral.
The assessment may identify that needs arise due to a child's disability or as a result of a parent's health or disability or a child may be in need of protection from abuse or neglect. Parents of children with disabilities and the child (depending on their age and level of understanding) will be given information about the disability register.