Advocacy for Deaf People
Video 1
What will an advocate do for you?
An advocate will help you to express your views and wishes, make choices and understand your rights.
They will guide you through challenges and help you to get the right care and/or support.
Video 2
An Advocate will assist you in gaining control over your independence and your decision making.
This can be in any domain, but a few examples may be in employment, a medical setting, a legal setting or in some way linked to mental health.
Video 3
Your advocate will break down barriers in communication and understanding.
They will ensure your views are upheld and that you are able to express yourself to authorities such as your local council or law enforcement.
video 4
There are 4 different types of specialist advocacy available to you. Which of the following 4 statements best aligns with your situation?
Video 4.1
General Advocacy
Support with employment law, family law or education. This covers everything under the Equality Act.
Video 4.2
BSL Language Advocacy
An interpreter does not meet the needs of the Deaf BSL User when there is low cognitive ability, low language fluency or an idiosyncratic use of BSL.
Video 4.3
Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA)
Required in the case of a mental health assessment or treatment being administered under the Mental Health Act 1983.
Video 4.4
Care Act Advocacy (ICAA)
There is no appropriate adult support available to an individual or there is substantial difficulty being involved in decisions or assessments regarding the individual's own care.
Deaf Awareness
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Deaf Awareness training is available for you, your colleagues and your service.
We can also offer support for users of other signed languages.
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