Health

CDC works to make sure all disabled children and children with special educational needs have access to the right healthcare for them. We think it is important that disabled children are able to access treatment in the setting of their choice and that it is delivered by professionals who take account of their views. To support this vision of a health system that works for disabled children CDC works in a number of ways

Policy

CDC draw's on the views of our members to influence national policy, working with the Government, Members of Parliament, the Department of Health and other relevant partners on changes in policy, legislation, regulations and guidance that affect disabled children.

Practice

CDC applies its knowledge and expertise to help deliver a number of health projects that aim to improve knowledge and practice in disabled children's health. We work with a wide range of institutions and professionals working to improve disabled children's health

Resources

CDC produces expert resources to support health professionals and parents and families of disabled children get access to the information they need. These include guides, toolkits and other resources that cover a range of issues that affect the health of disabled children and young people.

Health Information Network

CDC will be establishing a Health Information Network to provide members with information and analysis on the latest national policy developments, opportunities to work with CDC to influence national policy, and information about the latest developments in research on disabled children and health. If you are interested in joining the CDC Health Information Network please contact Andrew Fellowes at Afellowes@ncb.org.uk.