Individual mental health advocacy (Mental Health Advocacy Project SCIO – MHAP)

Who is this for?

• Anyone aged between 18 – 65 years old and those who fall under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) Act 2003

Who provides this?

• Mental Health Advocacy Project SCIO – MHAP

Description

MHAP is an individual advocacy service. MHAP works with people in the hospital and community on the following topics:

• The Mental Health Act; including Advance Statements and Named Person
• The Adult with Incapacity Act
• The Adult Support & Protection Act
• care and treatment
• housing
• family
• Benefits and finances
• Criminal justice system
• Carers

Individual advocacy can support you with meetings and appointments and communicate on your behalf or help you to communicate with others. You may feel you need support with:

• understanding your rights if you are detained in hospital.
• attending medical appointments or reviews
• speaking to people involved in your care and treatment
• help to find information about and help to access services
• financial matters
• attending appointments for housing, criminal etc.
• helping you know your rights

This list is not exhaustive so please discuss your individual situation with the MHAP team.

How do I access this?

• Self-referrals
• Referrals by third parties

Is there a cost?

Free

Is there a waiting list?

Yes

Location information

• Public parking available

Opening times