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Advocacy Services

An independent advocacy service/advocate can:

  • Listen to you
  • Find information to help you make decisions
  • Help you say what you think about your health care or treatment
  • Help you understand the care and support process
  • Challenge decisions about your care and support if you do not agree with them
  • Stand up for your rights
  • Write letters for you and attend meetings/appointments with you

If you or someone you know is affected by alcohol or drugs you can access independent advocacy in your local area: