Independent Advocate
An Independent Advocate is a PERSON who assists and supports PEOPLE to speak out for themselves.
Description
An Independent Advocate is a PERSON.
An Independent Advocate is a PERSON who assists and supports PEOPLE to speak out for themselves.
An Independent Advocate works independently of the Local Authority and is appointed under the Care Act.
For further information on Independent Advocates, see The Duty to Provide an Independent Advocate.
Also Known As
This NHS business definition is also known by these names:
| Context | Alias |
|---|---|
| Plural | Independent Advocates |
Where Used
| Type | Link | How used |
|---|---|---|
| NHS Business Definition | Independent Advocate | references in description Independent Advocate |
| Data Element | OTHER PERSON IN ATTENDANCE AT CARE CONTACT | references in description Independent Advocate |
| Attribute | OTHER PERSON IN ATTENDANCE AT CARE CONTACT | references in description Independent Advocate |