About this service
We provide statutory advocacy for people in Ealing who have been assessed as lacking capacity to consent to their care and support arrangements and are subject Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) or a DoLS has been requested.
An Independent Mental Capacity Advocate (IMCA) can make sure decisions about placements, care and support are made with the person’s best interests at the centre.
You can find out more about what working with an IMCA might look like by reading Daniella’s story.
Who is it for?
People in care homes or hospital who lack capacity to consent to their care and support arrangements.
When is it available?
When someone is subject to DoLS or when a DoLS has been requested.
What does the advocate do?
Explains your rights, helps you understand your situation and makes sure your views are heard.
How to access the service
Referrals for IMCA 39 A/C/D must be made by a professional involved in the DoLS process.
The advocacy service has been excellent in giving my client a voice
Social Worker
Contact us
If you are a professional please use our Professional Referrals page to make a referral.
If you would like to find out more about this service then please contact our referrals team.
Email: referrals@advocacyproject.org.uk
Call: 020 3960 9720