YOUNG PEOPLES RIGHTS / ADVOCACY
The Learning Difficulties experienced by the young people in our care mean that they may struggle to make informed decisions about their care, access appropriate services and express their views and wishes. Independent advocates or advocates provided by the relevant local authority are made available to our young people. Rowden House provides access to advocacy services for those whose local authority has not.
A representative will meet with the young person on a monthly basis or on a need basis and can provide the following support:
Obtain information and guidance
Help to identify and understand options and support in making decisions
Support at meetings and other formal processes
Support to make representations and complaints
Support to access professional advice
Support the person to express their views and wishes if they are unable
Promote and protect the rights and interest of the young person if they are unable to give clear instructions and protect their own interests
SENAD provides an independent person to visit each of the homes on a regular basis, in addition to independent advocacy services used by the home. They gather the views of young people and provide a report which is shared with the home, SENAD, OFSTED and placing authorities
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