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Children and Young People – Health Visiting Service

Source: https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/services/health-visiting-service

• Anyone with a child from pregnancy until the child turns five can use the service – no referral is needed.
• The team is made up of health visitors (nurses and midwives with specialist public‑health training) plus community nurses, nursery nurses and administrators.
• Support is part of the Healthy Child Programme and includes:
  • Developmental reviews and health checks
  • Immunisations
  • Parenting advice and practical help
• You can get help in several ways:
  • Text us on the confidential ChatHealth service (no appointment needed)
  • Attend a well‑baby clinic at your local children’s centre, family hub or community venue such as a village hall
  • Book a one‑to‑one appointment if you need focused support
• Clinic schedules are set, but you can contact the team for help outside opening times via ChatHealth.
• If you are a professional (e.g., GP, midwife, social worker) you can contact the local health‑visiting team:
  • Bracknell – 0300 365 6000 – Mon‑Fri 9 am‑4:30 pm
  • Wokingham – 0300 365 7000 – Mon‑Fri 9 am‑2 pm
  • Reading – 0118 904 7100 – Mon‑Fri 9 am‑4:30 pm
  • West Berkshire – 0300 303 3944 – Mon‑Fri 9 am‑4:30 pm
• The service can provide information in many accessible formats (large print, Braille, audio, BSL, easy‑read, email, text, face‑to‑face with a carer).
• If you need an interpreter, the team can arrange telephone, video‑remote, face‑to‑face or written translation services.
• For more details, visit the Health Visiting Service page or call the appropriate local number.

This information is generated by AI using generalised information from this website. For personal advice, contact NHS 111, your GP or other healthcare provider.