Advocacy
Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance
Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland – Independent Advocacy
Independent Advocacy – Guide for Commissioners
Borders Care Voice – supports the development of local partnerships between users, carers, third sector organisations, Scottish Borders Council, NHS Borders and other relevant organisations
Borders Care Learning Network – offers free training to people who work or volunteer in the social care and health sector, and to unpaid carers.
Encompass – Borders Direct Payment Agency
Borders Carers Centre – independent help and support to unpaid carers
Scottish Borders Council – the local authority, with responsibility for providing social care services.
Adult Protection information
Child Protection information
How to refer
What clients say
Was good to have someone to help me remember things at the meeting.
I finally felt that someone was on my side.
Advocacy enabled me to challenge my diagnosis.
I feel more confident knowing I am able to question my care.
I was able to participate in the process.
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