Advocacy Services

Being diagnosed with a mental illness, or experiencing mental health distress, can sometimes mean that your views and wishes are

We support people to gain confidence and learn how to speak up for themselves. We do this through group meetings

An Advocate is an independent adult who will help a young person to have their opinions and views heard by

When someone is admitted to hospital they can be detained under the Mental Health Act. This can be very distressing,

Independent Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCA) support and represent people who are assessed to lack the capacity to make decisions about

The National Health Service (NHS) works hard to treat everyone properly and promptly. Most people using the NHS are happy

NOTE: This advocacy is available only from a referral from a professional (eg. social worker). You cannot self-refer. Care Act