You may get worried about what to expect when you go to hospital or GP appointments. There is extra support to make you feel more comfortable if you need it.
When you have an appointment, there are some things you can do to help yourself feel ready:
You have a right to ask for reasonable adjustments to be made to make you feel more comfortable during your appointment, so don’t feel worried about calling ahead to check that the hospital know what you need.
NHS easy read: Getting ready to talk about your health
By young people, for young people
Would you like to share your experiences of this topic with other young people?
This could be some written text, a blog post, a short voice or video recording or even an animation!
You can talk to your parents or carers, or a trusted adult within your school or setting, or any trusted friend.
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 anyone aged 10-18, seven days a week until 10pm.
Government guidance on supporting disabled pupils at school.
Find out about health passports, the learning disability register, reasonable adjustments and how to ask for help.
NHS England's easy read story of Katrina visiting the dentist.
When you have an appointment you can ask whether the hospital has a learning disability nurse.
A health passport is a document about you and your health needs.
Sometimes it’s good to have a think about questions before your appointment that you can ask the Doctor or Nurse.
If you are unhappy, or have any problems with your health care, it’s important to tell someone, even if you don’t feel able to at the time. 
