We accept referrals from:

• people who need an advocate
• their carers, friends and family members
• professionals working with people who need an advocate

In order to preserve confidentiality, we do not take referrals over the internet.

For more details, click one of these options, or use the menu on the right:

• I need an advocate to support me

• I want to get an advocate for a friend or family member

• I am a professional and want to refer a client

Please note that we are not an emergency service.

If you have a mental health emergency:

• you should contact your GP in the first instance

 or

• telephone NHS Direct on 0845 4647 (lines open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week)  and tell them it is about your mental health.

You can also find self-help links and telephone Helpline details by clicking on 'Self-Help' on the tabs at the top of the page.