Designated clinical officers (DCO) co-ordinate the education, health and care plan process and will develop a consistent approach across Lancashire.
They are the single point of contact for families who have a query or concern about the health provision for their child's SEND support.
You can contact the DCO for your area as follows:
North - Lancaster, Wyre and Fylde
Kathleen Freear
Tel: 01253 956 168
Email: Kathleen.Freear@nhs.net
East - Hyndburn, Ribble Valley, Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale
Carole Kay
Tel: 01254 612 722
Email: lcn-tr.dcopennine@nhs.net
South - Preston, South Ribble, Chorley and West Lancashire
Anne Hardman
Tel: 01254 612 723
Email: lcn-tr.dcosouth@nhs.net
