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The CICS Group - cicsgroup.org - was set up to help families whose children are so deaf that they do not derive sufficient benefit from conventional hearing aids. The vast majority of these children will be suitable for a cochlear implant, a surgically implanted device that, with the right support, and assuming they have no other significant disabilities, will enable them to learn to listen and to develop intelligible speech.  Established in 1993 and registered as a charity in May 2003, CICS is an entirely voluntary group run by parents who recognise that there is no…

MCCAED is a national and internationally recognised centre of excellence in the care of children and adolescents with eating disorders.   There are 4 parts to the service:   1. The EATING DISORDER CLINIC – provides assessment and treatment for children and adolescents with GPs in one of the following 7 boroughs: Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. All eating disorders are treated with the exception of ARFID. Like all parts of the service, we work closely with schools, GPs, local CAMHS…

METRO Shine (youth group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning 16 to 25 year olds) and Zest (youth group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning under 16s) are weekly youth groups just for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people). They provide a safe social space for LGBTQ young people to make friends, learn about different topics such as LGBTQ health, history and culture and relax together taking part in activities and events. The Trans Support Service offers one-to-one support for…

Music therapy is based on the understanding that all human beings are able to respond to music, irrespective of musical ability. It involves the use of sound, rhythm and improvised music in order to form a musical relationship between the child or young person and the therapist. Music therapy sessions can offer people a different experience of shared play, interaction, learning and understanding, through verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. In practical terms, this may involve music making with instruments, song, music technology, sound, talking, listening,…

If you are aged between 10 – 18 (before 19th Birthday) or age 18-21 if a care leaver, 18-25 if you have a disability or Special Educational Needs or are a Looked After Child.  Lives in the Borough of Greenwich or Royal Borough of Greenwich Looked After Child in a neighbouring borough and need some advice about drugs or alcohol you can talk to us – Young People’s Substance Misuse Services – We can work directly with you on a one to one basis.  Our Service is free and confidential.

The Universal Children’s service provides school nursing for children and young people supporting schools to promote the health and well-being of their children, and training for school staff about health matters. School nurses offer confidential drop-in sessions and can create individual care packages for children with additional needs. The service provides information and advice, with a wide range of public health materials such as leaflets, posters and DVDs. Services can include teaching children and young people about a range of issues and…