As part of the All Age Neurological pathway Rotherham Clinical Commissioning Group would like to commission a new Neurological Post Diagnostic Support Service to be based and operating in Rotherham. The service will support adults (18 plus) and provide a liaison service to support patients who have been diagnosed with autism or ADHD by the RDaSH Rotherham All Age Neurological Pathway.

Rotherham’s emerging Health and Well-being Strategy (2018 – 25) identifies the transformation of the offer made to people with autism and/or ADHD as a key priority to ensure children and adults with autism and/or ADHD get:

— the best start in life and go on to achieve their potential and have a healthy adolescence and early adulthood,

— the best possible mental health and well-being and have a good quality of life,

— live well and live longer.

Rotherham CCG Commissioning Plan (2018 – 20) gives a commitment to ensure; all children, young people and adults with autism in Rotherham are able to:

— live fulfilling and rewarding lives within a community that accepts and understands them,

— receive a diagnosis and access support if they need it,

— depend on mainstream public and third sector services to treat them fairly as individuals to get the right information and help them make the most of their talents.