Someone to speak for you
If you're finding it difficult to arrange or manage your own care, you can ask someone to speak or act on your behalf. This might be a family member or a friend. They may be called your representative or advocate.
If you do not have anyone to support you in this role, we can arrange an independent advocate for you as part of the assessment process.
You may need an representative or advocate if you need help in:
- understanding and protecting your rights
- understanding information
- understanding your options
- making decisions about your life
- telling people what you want
- challenging decisions that you do not agree with