Children Autism & ADHD

The normal NHS referral pathways for a child autism or ADHD assessment are below on this webpage. Due to the long waiting times you may wish to use the Right to Choose scheme were you can have a referral to a NHS partner. The NHS will fund it.

One option is Psicon, under the right to choose scheme. Please visit Right to Choose UK | NHS Referral Process | Psicon

Download and complete their referral form in as much detail as possible, then forward it to us. We ask parents or carers to complete this as you are in the best position to provide the most relevant information and express your main concerns.

Autism assessments are carried out face to face in their clinic in Basingstoke 

ADHD assessments and treatment are available either online, or in person at their clinic in Basingstoke

Having an Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) means that the person has a different way of understanding other people & the world around them. ASC is a lifelong developmental condition, not an illness or a disease so there is no ‘cure’ but there are many ways that difficulties can be managed. To learn more please visit NHS/Autism

If appropriate you can refer your child for a diagnosis assessment:

Via CAMHS/Referral if they are aged 5 and above who have mental health difficulties and/or risk to self/others, alongside possible Autism Spectrum 

Via the The Owl Centre for ages 5 and above & under 18 who require an Autism Spectrum Condition assessment only. Any professional within an education, health, or social care setting can make a referral.

• To help us submit a referral we would appreciate if you can go to the make a referral section & complete the sections on the online form in as much detail as possible but do not submit. Then please print this off and return to Holmwood Health Centre. Alternatively you can print the page first and fill in by hand.
• We will then review your child's medical record and use details you have provided to submit a referral, if appropriate.

Via PATCH Referral if they are under the age of 5 , or 

If your child is over the age of 5 & has one of following histories:

• Ex-premature infants (< 34 weeks) or those with significant neonatal disease

• Genetic syndromes such as Down syndrome, Prader Willi syndrome etc

• A significant degree of learning impairment

• Visual or hearing impairments

• Neuro-muscular disorders, such as Duchenne’s Muscular dystrophy, Cerebral palsy

If you have a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) this means that you can struggle with paying attention, have high levels of energy & react quickly to things. This can get in the way of everyday life such as school, hobbies and making friends, although how much it affects someone can vary from person to person

To learn more & how to refer your child for an assessment, if appropriate, please visit CAMHS

If you or a professional have concerns about your childs development or behaviour then they maybe suitable for referral to the PATCH meeting

This includes

• Children with complex needs who live in, or have transferred in to the patch and need ongoing follow up

• Vulnerable children with significant health needs

• Children born under 30 weeks gestation who require a developmental assessment at 48 months

To support parents & carers of primary school aged children who are experiencing distressing or challenging behaviours. Referral criteria:

Ages 5 to 17 years old. Autism Hampshire offers workshops for families of autistic children and young people, which are funded by the local councils.

The aim of each course is to provide insight, advice and support to family members of autistic children. Each session will explore a child’s unique experiences and suggest practical ways in which their differences can be accommodated and supported.

Vist Parent Workshops | Autism Hampshire

Provides evidenced based skills building programmes for parents and carers who have children aged 3-17 who:
1. Have a diagnosed Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC)
2. Have a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
3. Have Autism or ADHD traits
4. Are experiencing mild-moderate conduct disorder
5. Have behaviour that challenges
6. Are teenagers displaying anti-social behaviour including child to parent violence

Visit Hampshire and IOW Support for Neurodiverse Families | Barnardo's (barnardos.org.uk)