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I am coming to Ryegate to get my weight and height measured. Sometimes people need to have their weight and height measured. There are lots of reasons people need their weight and height measured. One reason is to check that I am growing. There might be other reasons too. This will give healthcare...

I am going to Ryegate Children’s Centre for a psychology appointment. My parent or carer will come with me. When we get to Ryegate for the appointment, we will go to reception. My parent or carer will let the receptionist know I am here. The receptionist will let the psychologist know that I am...

I am coming to Ryegate for a cognitive assessment. A cognitive assessment is puzzles and quizzes for children or young people. It is not like a school test. Lots of children come to Ryegate for a cognitive assessment. I will do the cognitive assessment with a psychologist. Doing a cognitive...

I am going to Ryegate Children’s Centre for a Qb appointment. My parent or carer will come with me. I might not know what a Qb test is. This is OK. A Qb test is an activity on a computer. It will measure how easy it is for me to concentrate. Lots of children come… Continue Reading Qb...

I am coming to Ryegate for a blood test. Sometimes people need to have blood tests. A blood test means taking a very small amount of blood so doctors can examine it using special equipment. There are lots of different reasons why people have blood tests. My doctor at Ryegate might ask me to...

Who are the epilepsy nurses? The epilepsy nurses are based at Ryegate Children’s Centre. They provide information and advice to children and young people and families living with epilepsy and under the care of the Paediatric Neurologists, as well as other Consultants, at Sheffield...

What is hydrotherapy? Hydrotherapy is physiotherapy which takes place in the water and uses the properties of water to aid movement. At Sheffield Children’s Hospital, the therapists use the pool in many ways. This can be as part of a therapy treatment plan, to boost parents’ and...

If your child has an appointment at The Ryegate Therapy Block you can watch a video below. The video is of a child and adult looking around the building. It may help your child know a bit more of what to expect. Telephone number for Ryegate reception is 0114 271 7610.

The Helena specialist nursing team is a community-based team that provides 24 hour healthcare to children and young people with neurodisabilities and complex health needs.   We provide care in your home, in school, and at Ryegate House. We also work closely with the  Palliative Care Team...

Ryegate communications clinic is run by a multidisciplinary team. This is the best way to get to know your child well. How the process works Initial appointment Your child will be seen by a doctor specialising in social communication difficulties. The doctor will send you a letter about what...

Ryegate Children’s Centre Your child has been seen by the neurodisability team at Ryegate or referred by a member of the team. This may have also been via the school vision screening team. As part of that pathway we arrange an eye test and an appointment for you to attend. The eye test will...

Your child has been made an appointment at The Ryegate Ophthalmic Clinic to a consultant ophthalmologist or an optometrist. The first part of the appointment will be to see the orthoptist. They will check your child’s vision and find out if the eye muscles are working correctly. This may have...

The Neuromuscular service based at Ryegate Children’s Centre provides care and support to children and their families with disorders of nerves, muscles and related conditions. We provide a specialist service to children, young people and their families who live in the city of Sheffield, South...

This information has been produced to explain why you have been invited to attend a nurse led transition clinic and what to expect at each clinic. If you are under the care of a neurologist at The Ryegate Children’s Centre you will be able to access this service. What is transition? The term...