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Updated 28th May 2006
LEARNING DIFFICULTY ADVOCACY PROJECT
WHO AM I?
My name is Jean Vale I am the Co-ordinator for the Learning Difficulty Advocacy Project.
I have been working with people with learning difficulties now for over 15 years, their needs vary and everyone is very different.
PEAKS AND DALES ADVOCACY
I started out with PADA as a volunteer, working ten hours per week as an advocacy worker and now I work 20 hours per week [3 days] as a Co-ordinator and Advocate.
WE HAVE GROWN
The Learning difficulty project has been running for a number of years but has recently expanded with a full time manager, a part-time co-ordinator and more volunteer advocates.
WHO CAN WE HELP?
Anyone over 17 years of age can contact us for support or help with any problems they may have which needs a partner or assistance.
HOW CAN WE HELP AND ARE YOU LISTENED TO?
Are you listened to?
An advocate can help you to make decisions in your life.
An advocate can help you speak up for yourself.
An advocate can help you write down what you want to say in:
Care plan reviews
Partnership meetings
Doctor's appointments
Social Worker meetings
Person Centred Plans
Other meetings
SO WHAT IS AN ADVOCATE
· A person who will listen to what you have to say
· A person who is there for you when no one else is
· A person who is not part of Social Services or any other help you get
· How do you get an advocate
· Ring us on 01298 79539 or ask someone to ring for you.
· Visit our office at 16 Eagle Parade, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6EA.
· Email padaf@btconnect.com
