Children and Young People

Children's Rights Helpline

Our Children's Rights Helpline is there to give you advice on your rights and help you with any problems you may be having whilst in care. Read more

Children and Young People's Advocacy

An Advocate can help you communicate your views and wishes about your care, or if you are unhappy about something. Read more

Child Protection Advocacy

If you have been told that a Child Protection Conference is taking place, you may benefit from having an Independent Advocate on your side. Read more

Care Leaver's Advocacy

When leaving care you might have to make a lot of big decisions; we can help you to become more independent and confident and explore all the options that are available to you. Read more

Missing from Care Return Interviews

Need someone to talk to? We’re here to support you if you have run away from care. We are only interested in making sure you are safe and happy. Read more

Independent Visitor

An Independent Visitor is someone who will become a friend to you during your time in care, they will support you, guide you and advise you. Read more

Latest

Council challenges conflicting guidance about what constitutes an ordinary residence

Failure to meet needs and refer for Independent Advocacy results in a local authority payout of £60,000

This case demonstrates the importance of access to high-quality advocacy - both as a legal obligation and to prevent avoidable distress

BP V Surrey County Council – Update

The case recognises how the impact of social distancing on people with dementia and their family must be considered when making a best interests decision and designing packages of care.

Protecting vulnerable children – challenging the changes that dilute safeguards

Advocacy Focus supports Article 39's application for a judicial review to ensure children get the care and support they are entitled to.

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.

During COVID-19 Advocacy Focus will continue to take your referrals and provide high-quality advocacy and support to the people in our communities. We work hard to help people to live the life they want to live.

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

Download Literature

Your 'go-to' page for easy-to-access downloadable literature from the team at Advocacy Focus.