All referrals into the service in Gateshead are received by the Single Point of Access hosted by Cumbria Northumberland Tyne & Wear Foundation Trust (CNTW)
The Single Point of Access (SPA) is part of a local transformation of children and young people’s services.
The aim is to improve access and support for children and young people with mental health needs, learning disabilities and autism. Referrals can be made by phone, post or paper referrals can be sent to the secure inbox.
Anyone can refer, including self-referrals. Referrals will be triaged by clinicians and referred to the appropriate service.
SPA telephone number: 0303 123 1147