This course looks at what our rights are and how advocates can assist people with mental health problems and their families to take control of the decisions that affect their care. Any person who, without reasonable cause, obstructs the rights of people to see an Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA), or obstructs an advocate in their duties is guilty of an offence.
This course covers everything service users, their families, and professionals need to know about advocacy, demonstrates how staff and volunteers can support people to have a ‘voice’ and lets you know how to access advocacy services in your local area.
By the end of this course, you will:
Date: 16 February 2024
Times: 10am to 4pm
Venue: Room 3, The Curve, Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Bury New Road, Prestwich, Manchester M25 3BL
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