The website was co-produced with parents, carers, young people and professionals to “ensure it reflects real experiences and meets real needs”

The new North Central London NHS website

A new NHS website has been launched to help North London families access support for children and young people with autism and ADHD.

North Central London Integrated Care Board’s neurodevelopmental programme created the website to help families find trusted information, local services, and practical advice about the conditions.

Launched on World Mental Health Day on Friday (10th), the website was co-produced with parents, carers, young people and professionals to “ensure it reflects real experiences and meets real needs”.

It provides guidance on local pathways and assessments, practical tools to help families understand neurodiversity, personal stories from families and professionals to reduce stigma, and signposting to mental health and wellbeing support for children, young people, and their carers.

Every year, lots of families face long waiting times and complex referral pathways which can leave children and their carers feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Children with neurodevelopmental differences are also more likely to experience mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, or social isolation.

The new website aims to make it easier for families to navigate services, access timely support, and feel understood.

For more information:
Visit londonwaitingroom.nhs.uk/autism-adhd-support-ncl

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