Advocates - Mental Health

These can provide information and advocacy support on any issue raised. Most commonly they are asked about:

Medication
Services for people with mental health problems
Housing and homelessness
Community Care
Benefits
Employment
Family Law

Advocates do not know everything about all the topics on which they are asked for information,but have access to information through links with other agencies. All problems and enquiries are dealt with in confidence.

Advocates will also help service users wishing to make complaints about any aspect of the services they receive.

Advocates will not undertake work which should be carried out by service professionals, but will work with clients and staff on behalf of service users, to ensure they get the care and support they feel they need.

ALL ADVOCATES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS
by appointment only.

LITTLEBROOK HOSPITAL, DARTFORD

Appointments can be made by contacting 01322 285234.

DARTFORD, GRAVESHAM & SWANLEY MIND DAY CENTRES

Appointments can be made to see Advocate at the Day Centres by telephoning 01322 285234.

MCCH - Dartford and Gravesend

Appointments can be made to an Advocate at Endeavour House or Bramwell House by telephoning the office on 01322 285234.

HYTHE STREET, DARTFORD

The Network's main office in 7/9 Hythe Street Dartford Kent DA1 1BE is open Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5 pm.

Due to the high demand on the Network's service, all Advocates are available by prior appointment only. Please telephone to make an appointment on 01322 285234. Unfortunately our offices are not accessible for some disabled people but we can arrange for either a home visit or can book a room elsewhere.