If you are in hospital under section, or being treated under a community treatment order, you can get free, independent and confidential advice from an independent mental health advocate.
Independent mental health advocates are specialist advocates who help you understand your rights under the Mental Health Act and make sure your voice is heard in decisions about your care and treatment.
You can also ask for an Independent mental health advocate to see a patient if you are a nearest relative
Independent mental health advocates services for our patients
Most services depend on where your hospital, or the hospital overseeing your team, is based.
Ask a member of staff for details or select from the list below:
- Bethlem Hospital: Croydon MIND
- Lambeth Hospital: Community Support Network
- Lewisham Hospital (Ladywell Unit): POWHER
- Maudsley Hospital: POWHER (Southwark)
The National Youth Advocacy Service provides services for children and young people.
More information and support
Easy read information and films about the Mental Health Act are available on the NHS website
For more detailed information visit either the Mind website or Rethink Mental Illness
