Paloma Health provides NHS-approved autism assessments for children across England, offering remote and hybrid pathways. The service aims to reduce long waiting times by facilitating quicker access to diagnostic evaluations following a GP referral. Assessments adhere to NICE guidelines and result in a clear outcome report shared securely with the family and referring GP.
Funding
$2.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Many families face long waiting lists and high costs when seeking autism assessments for their children through traditional healthcare pathways. This can lead to delayed diagnoses and interventions, impacting a child's development and well-being.
Solution
Paloma Health provides timely and accessible autism assessments for children and young people (ages 6-18) via NHS GP referrals. They offer both remote and in-person observation options, eliminating wait times and costs for parents through the NHS Right to Choose program. Assessments are conducted by expert clinicians, ensuring high-quality evaluations that are accepted by local authorities and other NHS services. Paloma Health streamlines the referral process and maintains clear communication with families throughout the assessment.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is families in the UK seeking timely and cost-free autism assessments for their children through the NHS Right to Choose program.
Features
- NHS-funded autism assessments, eliminating costs for eligible families
- Remote observation assessments for children ages 7-18, increasing accessibility
- In-person observation assessments in select locations for children ages 0-18
- Assessments performed by experienced clinicians specializing in autism
- Streamlined NHS GP referral process through the Right to Choose program
- Outcome reports accepted by local authorities and other NHS services