ADVOCACY

An advocate can help an individual explore their options, work through issues and make informed decisions.  An advocate makes sure that people who provide support to you will do so respectfully and will speak out for you if your needs are not being met.

You can ask anyone you trust and know well to be your advocate.   That could be a member of your family or a friend. 

Alternatively you can access a person from a formal advocacy service.

Office of the Public Advocate

1300 309 337

https://www.publicadvocate.vic.gov.au/

National Disability Advocacy Program

https://www.dss.gov.au/disability-advocacy/national-disability-advocacy-program

If you like Bridge Road Pathways can also provide a directory of advocacy services to you.