The service is for people with a mental health disorder, as well as their relatives and carers. The advocate can assist people to exercise their rights and responsibilities.
The advocate supports adolescents and adults who are;
in hospital
in the community
in correctional facilites
in rural and remote areas
exercise their rights to;
be safe from harm including abuse, neglect and suicide
shelter
freedom and liberty
fundamental health and well being
Priority is given to people whose issues most effect their quality of life.
We are funded by Mental Health Services, Department of Health and Human Services.
in hospital