Community Advocacy Service
Gwynedd and Ynys Môn — non-statutory support for adults who need a voice
The Community Advocacy Service supports adults living in Gwynedd and Anglesey who need help dealing with health or social care issues but do not qualify for statutory advocacy. The service helps people understand their rights, explore their options, make informed decisions, and have their voices heard. This is early intervention advocacy — providing support before problems escalate into crisis.
What advocates can help with
- Providing information and explaining complex issues
- Helping access other advice and support services
- Writing letters or emails on your behalf
- Making phone calls with or for you
- Preparing for meetings
- Attending meetings alongside you
Who the service is for?
- Adults with mental health difficulties
- Adults with learning disabilities
- Adults with physical or sensory disabilities
- Adults with acquired brain injuries
- Older people
Service eligibility
Service is available for
- Adults in Gwynedd or Ynys Môn
- People with health or social care concerns
- People who do not qualify for statutory advocacy
Service is not available for
- People entitled to IMHA, IMCA, or IPA
- Children and young people
- Child protection or childcare proceedings
- NHS complaints
- Domestic abuse cases
- People in acute psychotic episodes
Our Principles of Practice
Clarity of Purpose
Independence
Confidentiality
Empowerment
Person Centred
Equal Opportunities
Accessible
Safeguarding
Non-instructed Advocacy
Not sure which service applies to you?
Get in touch and we'll help you work out what kind of advocacy support is right for your situation.