7 Minute Briefing: Safeguarding

Our quick 7 Minute Briefing infographic lets you know how and when to refer for an Independent Advocate when dealing with a Safeguarding Enquiry or Safeguarding Adults Review.

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CEO's Blog - The Mental Health Pandemic

Our CEO talks about another pandemic that's brewing in light of COVID19 - the one that ultimately affects our mental health.
Pen-demic Pals

Our new pen pal service - Pen-demic Pals - will reach out to isolated members of the community during COVID19.
East Lancs Community Focus - Telephone Befriending

Important updates to our befriending service in light of COVID19 and refer now for telephone support.
Where to go for support during COVID-19

Useful contacts if you need support during these hard times, and advice on who to speak to if you are in a crisis

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What is advocacy?

Advocacy is a service that helps people in our community to gain access to representation and support when they are vulnerable or in need of help.
Justice for LB Toolkit

The Justice for LB Toolkit gives people the tools they need to become more involved with their care and support.
Refer for an Advocate

Looking for a referral form? Click here to view all our referral forms and request an Independent Advocate.
Volunteer Opportunities

Our volunteers are an essential part of our team. We have a number of different volunteer roles across each of our project areas, and are always looking to welcome more.
Our Team

All of our team members at Advocacy Focus provide professional service combined with specialist skills. We offer friendly, accessible and high quality advocacy right across our team of dedicated staff, volunteers and trustees.
Rule 1.2 (3A) Representative

Advocates and advocacy providers have been identified as being best placed to undertake the role of a Rule 1.2 Representative, where family members or friends are not willing or able to do so.
Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA)

We provide a statutory service under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 which aims to empower and protect people who lack capacity to make decisions for themselves.
Independent Care Act Advocacy

Under the Care Act 2014, local authorities have a duty to provide independent advocacy for all adults and carers, as part of their own assessment, care planning and care reviews
Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA)

Practical support for those emotional distress – or with mental health issues – to make informed choices to represent themselves and access health or social care services
Prison Support

Supporting offenders to ensure their rights, care and support needs are met whilst they are in prison.

Donations in Action - Cathy's Donation

Cathy* was a service user who donated £100 to Advocacy Focus after she received high quality advocacy support during a health complaint. Click to read more. Read more