Advocacy

The Hertfordshire Advocacy Service is provided by a range of organisations working together to support Hertfordshire residents with a variety of issues, where there may be difficulties with communication or understanding information.

You can use this service if you are:

  • Over 18 years of age
  • Live in Hertfordshire
  • Or are registered with a Hertfordshire GP

Our independent advocates can help you to:

  • Understand your rights and choices
  • Get your voice heard and put your views across
  • Find support when you feel vulnerable or when you could be at risk of abuse
  • Find and access services relating to our health, lifestyle or independence
  • Obtain information about your care, support or health in a format that is accessible to you.

Viewpoint operates alongside other community partners to provide advocacy support for adults experiencing mental health issues. Other partners specialise in:

  • the deaf community
  • older people (aged over 65)
  • adults with disabilities / learning disabilities

This service includes both group-based and individual advocacy. 

You can refer yourself to the service or a referral can be made by a carer, family member or professional. The service is free and confidential.

To learn more about Michelle, one of our community mental health advocates, please click here

To make use of the service, please contact POhWER in the first instance and after discussing your needs, they will possibly refer you back to us. The contact information is below:

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.pohwer.net/hertfordshire - forms can be downloaded from the site

Telephone: 0300 456 2370

Text: send the word 'pohwer' with your name and number to 81025

Post: PO Box 17943, Birmingham, B9 9PB

To read our Advocacy Charter please click here advocacy-charter-a3.pdf.