Health & Wellbeing
Welcome to the Local Offer’s information on Health and Wellbeing services for children and young people. There are a number of services designed specifically to support children and young people. If you are worried about the health and wellbeing of your child, or would like some advice or support there are places you can trust to help either face to face or virtually.
Tameside Health Services
Your GP
GP surgeries are usually the first contact if you have a health problem. They can treat many conditions and give health advice. They can also refer you to other NHS services.
Your Pharmacy
Pharmacists are experts in medicines who can help you with minor health concerns. As qualified healthcare professionals, they can offer clinical advice and over-the-counter medicines for a range of minor illnesses, such as coughs, colds, sore throats, tummy trouble and aches and pains. If symptoms suggest it’s something more serious, pharmacists have the right training to make sure you get the help you need. For example they will tell you if you need to see a GP, nurse or other healthcare professional. All pharmacists train for 5 years in the use of medicines. They are also trained in managing minor illnesses and providing health and wellbeing advice. Many pharmacies are open until late and at weekends. You do not need an appointment. Most pharmacies have a private consultation room where you can discuss issues with pharmacy staff without being overheard.
Your Hospital
You’ll usually need a GP referral to access hospital treatment, except in an emergency.
Find your local services including: GP, Dentist, Optician, Hospital, Pharmacy, and Flu Vaccination here
SEND Health Navigator Service
The OKE Health Navigator Service offers friendly advice 7 days a week to help you find the support you need in a variety of ways and can help with queries on pathways
o We can connect you to services
o We will listen to you and help navigate the system with you
o We can offer support and advice and keep you up to date on the local offer
Contact us on:
0161 342 5550
07867484290
www.ourkidseyes.org/contact-us/
Health Services
Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health
Help and support to be the healthiest you
Bullying
Childrens Nutrition Team
Domestic Abuse
Early years Information
Eating Disorders
EHC Needs Assessment
Healthy Eating
Healthy Start Scheme
Health Visiting
Hearing Impairment
Immunisations
Mental Health
Oral Health
Sexual Health
School Nursing
Substance Misuse Support
Vision Impairment
Early Attachment Service
