Children’s Health Scotland

Who is this for?

  • All children and young people (aged 9 – 17) living anywhere in Scotland with a health condition.

Description

At Children’s Health Scotland, the health and wellbeing of children and young people lies at the heart of our work. Children’s Health Scotland provide information and support to children, young people and their families so they can access the best quality healthcare. Offering information on the needs and rights of children in hospital and in the community.

As an independent charity, they are not part of any health board or hospital, and can give information on any aspect of children and young people’s healthcare. This will sometimes mean enquirers will be signposted to other organisations as sources of help.

Delivered are the following services that support the health and wellbeing of children and young people:

  • Children and Young People Health and Wellbeing Services
  • Care Experienced Children and Young People Services
  • Children and Young People Health Rights Services

How do I access this?

  • Self-referrals
  • Referrals by third parties

Is there a cost?

Free

Is there a waiting list?

No

Location information

  • Online

Opening times

Monday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Tuesday9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Wednesday9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Thursday9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Friday9.00 am – 5.00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Children's Health Scotland

Contact Details

Michelle Wilson
22 Laurie Street, Edinburgh, EH6 7AB

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Types of support on offer:

Online

Type of services on offer:

Long term conditions/disabilities

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