MhIST Mental Health Advocacy Service is;
- Available in the community
- Available in hospital
- Friendly
- Free
- Independent
- Confidential
- Knowledgeable of local services
- Knowledgeable of local agencies
- Based at MhIST
Debt and Benefits Advocacy.
We at MhIST offer help and advice for those people with mental health issues and their carers who are experiencing debt problems.
We can act on your behalf and help you in dealing with such problems as bailiffs, rent arrears, utility bills, debt agencies, etc.
Our advocates can also help and advise with access to benefits e.g. Completing DLA forms, Carers Support Allowance, Incapacity Benefit. We can also help you put your case to appeals tribunals, etc.
If you want further information or a chat to see if we can help then contact us at MhIST.
Volunteer Advocates.
The advocacy team is made up of paid and volunteer advocates.
If you would like to become a volunteer mental health advocate please contact us on 01204 366609 to get more details and information.
Mental Health Advocacy for Older People.
Advocacy is equally valuable for people suffering from dementia as it is for those with other mental health issues.
Elderly people can be affected by the same issues as younger people.
We at MhIST can be there to represent anyone who has mental health issues, from depression, to schizophrenia and dementia.
All elderly people deserve to be treated with dignity and respect and to have their concerns addressed.
Elderly people living in residential nursing homes or hospitals have the same rights as those who live in the community and sometimes you need someone there to help you make your voice heard.
A mental health advocate from MhIST may be able to help.
MhIST Mental Health Advocates.
Are able to:
- Explore the options open to you
- Attend appointments with you MHRT( Mental Health Review Tribunal )Reviews, Tribunals, Ward Rounds etc)
- Assist you in making your wishes and opinions heard
Advocates do not:
- Make judgments about you
- Tell you what to do
- Give advice
- Make decisions for you
- Provide counselling
To contact a Mental Health Advocate:
MhIST (Mental Health Independent Support Team)
Telephone: 01204 527200
Or
Bolton Patients Council
01204 390152 (Hospital Office)
01204 546090 (Town Office)
BMHA is funded by Comic relief, United Utilities Trust Fund and The Big Lottery Fund
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