Yearly health checks are offered to young people aged 14 or over who have a learning disability. You don't have to be unwell to book your appointment.
The idea of a yearly health check is to give you an opportunity to talk to a professional about your health, so if there are any problems they can make sure you get the right care.
If you are worried about seeing a doctor, or there's anything they can do to make the visit easier for you, let the healthcare centre know and they'll do their best to make you feel comfortable.
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If you live in Norfolk:
If you're 11-19 you can text ChatHealth on 07480 635060 for anonymous and confidential advice from a health professional. ChatHealth is available Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.
You can also contact the Norfolk Healthy Child Programme by calling Just One Number on 0300 300 0123. Our opening hours are 8am-6pm Monday-Friday (excluding bank holidays) and 9am-1pm on Saturdays.
If you live in Waveney:
You can call the Suffolk School Nursing service on 0345 607 8866 or email childrenshealth@suffolk.gov.uk.
Norfolk SEND Local Offer provide information and advice on services for young people with additional needs in Norfolk.
Suffolk SEND Local Offer provide information and advice on services for young people with additional needs in Waveney.
Mencap is a national charity who support people with learning disabilities. They offer a free Learning Disability Helpline with advice and guidance. Call 0808 808 1111 to speak to a trained professional.
Ambitious About Autism are a national charity aimed at supporting autistic children and young people in the UK.
Kooth offers online counselling, advice and emotional well-being support for 10 to 18-year-olds, seven days a week until 10pm.
Mencap information in easy-read format about Annual Health Checks for people with learning disabilities.
You can fill in this booklet before you go for your Annual Health Check.
Norfolk SEND Information & Advice Service help young people with special educational needs and disabilities. Call 01603 704070 for confidential advice from a trained professional.
NHS England information about learning disability health checks.
14+ Yearly Health Checks are for anyone aged 14 or over, who is registered with a learning disability at their GP practice. You should be invited to come in for your yearly health check. 
may want to have some support when you attend the yearly health check.
Before you go to your appointment, you may be sent a questionnaire to fill out. This will help the healthcare centre get to know you a bit better and helps you to think about some of the questions that the GP or nurse will ask you. Remember to take it with you when you go for your appointment.
