CAPS Independent Advocacy (Midlothian & East Lothian)
Service Provision
In Scotland, everyone who has experienced mental health issues has a right to access independent advocacy.
We provide Individual Advocacy for people
- living in East Lothian or Midlothian, either in the community or in the Royal Edinburgh Hospital
- aged between 18-65
- who are experiencing a mental health issue; or
- who need support to have their voice heard because of drug or alcohol use
Sometimes:
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you can feel overwhelmed by a situation
- people are not taking the time to explain things properly
- people are not listening to what you say
- people have decided that you are not able to make decisions, and make them for you
- professionals use jargon or words you don’t understand
CAPS Individual Advocacy can support you to make your own choices and access services, but we do not give advice or act as counsellors or befrienders.
Services Offered
- Advocacy Services