An Advocate makes sure that your views and wishes are heard. We help you speak out when things go wrong, make sure you get the support you need and help you understand your rights.
SEND ADVOCATE SERVICE
WHO IS IT FOR?
Our Shoutout! Advocates can offer independent advice and support to young people with an education, health, and care plan (EHCP) who live in Bath and North East Somerset.
WHAT IS OUR ROLE?
We provide information and support to young people with education, health, and care plans around the time of transitions and in year 11.
We help young people to talk to professionals about their aspirations and access the help and support they need to achieve their goals.
To make a referral to our SEND Advocacy services, please click HERE
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM YOUR SHOUTOUT! ADVOCATE?
• We work for you and only you
• We help you to tell adults what you want
• We can find out information for you
• We can come to meetings with you
• We can attend meetings for you if you don’t want to go yourself
• We will make sure your voice is heard
• We look at your options with you
WE WILL HELP YOU TO THINK ABOUT IT:
College/post 16
Getting a job
Living independently
Learning new skills
Social activities
Your health
WE ARE A FREE, INDEPENDENT AND CONFIDENTIAL SERVICE
To make a referral for yourself or someone else, please click HERE
