IMPORTANT PRACTICE INFORMATION

THERE IS A 48 HOUR PRESCRIPTION ORDER POLICY WITHOUT EXCEPTION – SEE LINK ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY TOWARDS ALL STAFF – NO ABUSE WILL BE ACCEPTED UNREASONABLE DEMANDS ON SPECIFIC CLINICIANS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AS PER PRACTICE POLICY

Health Visitor

Health Visitor

The Health visitors assess the health needs of children from birth to 5 years. They are a single point of contact for families and are available to provide advice and support as well as help to access services to promote children’s wellbeing.

The health visitors provide;

  • Antenatal and postnatal support
  • Support for parents bringing up their children (including advice on feeding and reducing risk of injury)
  • Support for children with additional needs
  • Advice on behavioural management techniques
  • Assessments of children’s growth and development
  • Breastfeeding support groups and baby massage and weaning groups.

Additionally, the health visitors work with other organisation to safeguard and protect children.

Telephone: 028 2563 3341