Improving Access to Disability Services for Children: A Comprehensive Approach
Addressing the inconsistencies in service provision across the country, this initiative aims to establish a clear pathway for all children in need of disability services. By focusing on equity, needs-led approaches, and efficient assessment processes, the goal is to ensure all children receive the necessary support, regardless of their location or specific disability. Through effective partnerships with parents and service users, resources will be maximized for the benefit of all families, promoting a more consistent and structured system nationwide.
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Inconsistency across country Range of service providers Lack of clarity for referrers Gaps in services Excellent services for some children Little or no services for other children
One clear pathway to services for all children according to need Effective teams working in partnership with parents & service users Resources used to the greatest benefit for all children & families Equity Consistent structure across the country
Access to services is equitable Access to services is needs led rather than diagnosis led Children are seen at the level of service, nearest their home which best addresses their needs Consistent approach
Assessment Does he / she have a Disability? Nature and Extent of the Disability Heath Needs arising from the Disability Service Statement
Stage 1 Desktop Assessment 3 months Stage 2 Clinical Assessment 3 months Stage 3 Service Statement 1 month
7,000 6,000 5,000 4,000 Applications received 3,000 AON reports completed 2,000 1,000 0 Q3 Q4 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
35% 30% 25% 20% No Disability Average 15% 10% 5% 0% CHO1 CHO2 CHO3 CHO4 CHO5 CHO6 CHO7 CHO8 CHO9
A substantial restriction which Is permanent or likely to be permanent, results in significant difficulty in communication, learning or mobility or in significantly disordered cognitive processes AND Gives rise for services to be provided continually to the person, or if the person is a child, to the need for services to be provided early in life to ameliorate the disability. AND
Complex needs refers to one or more impairments which contribute to a range of significant functional difficulties and require the services and support of an interdisciplinary Children s Disability Network Team
Non complex needs refers to one or more impairments giving rise to functional difficulties which result in mild restrictions in participation and require the services and support of uni-disciplinary or multidisciplinary Primary Care Services supports
