Information for organisations

Advocacy Service information for organisations and businesses.

We are in the community

Would you like to meet an advocate?

Advocates reach out to people to discuss their role, the Code of Rights and to hear about what your organisation does.

You are welcome to contact us to get started!

What is an advocacy complaint process?

Anyone can make a complaint about a health or disability service they have received. Advocates support people to communicate with their provider directly about the issues.  

The aim is early resolution

An advocate helps to clarify the issues and identify what would help address the concerns. Complaints can be sorted quickly and successfully either through verbal, written processes or a meeting.

When a person makes a complaint, they find it helpful to have:

  • An acknowledgement of what happened.
  • An explanation.
  • Information about their options.

It is an opportunity for both parties to find common ground.

It is helpful to know how the advocacy process works before it is needed.

Are you interested in learning about:

  • The Code of Health and Disability Rights and how it applies to your organisation.
  • The advocacy service, role and how complaint resolution can be achieved.

Education sessions can be provided in person or online.

If you would like to speak to an advocate or arrange education for your group, please contact us.

Connect with our team

Freephone the Nationwide Advocacy Service on 0800 555 050
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Stories about how our service can help.

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Working out what happened during surgery

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Finding helpful options

Hayley was worried that her son was not getting the care he needed.

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Writing a letter

Sam doesn't know why his medication refill could not be provided.

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Meeting to address concerns.

June gets support to find a solution at her residential care home.

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Connecting in the community

Meeting Kelvin at the disability day base.

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