Advocacy Resources

In this section we provide links to a wide range of useful national resources which you can use to help you advocate for yourself. Use the filter to select a subject. Click on the title of an item to see it in full then click on link to go to the website.

We will check resources regularly, but please contact us if you find an error or a broken link as it will help us to fix it quickly.

Disclaimer: We aim to keep the information in this section up to date and correct. However we do not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of the information or services. Any reliance you place on this information is therefore strictly at your own risk. Where we provide links to other websites, Connected Voice has no control over the nature, content and availability of those sites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.

Provides free advice for disabled people and fights injustice. Disability Law Service website
You can contact Jobcentre Plus about: new benefit claims existing benefit claims changing or cancelling an appointment Search for your Jobcentre Plus website
Guide to conditions, symptoms and treatments, including what to do and when to get help. NHS website
Provides specialist employment and skills support for disabled people and those with health conditions. Remploy website
Advice Centres can provide information and advice around debt and managing your finances. Find an independent Advice Centre near you. Advice UK website
Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope. Give us a Shout website
Supports people who face court proceedings alone
Provides information about probation and prison. Government website
How to make, register, change or end a Lasting Power of Attorney
Provides information about domestic violence and abuse including:
Information about courts, tribunals and how to find a court or tribunal. Government website
Provides support, community and advocacy for all those parenting or supporting children who cannot live with their birth parents.