Type of service: Advocacy (general)

Website: http://www.seap.org.uk/services/older-carers-advocacy/

Older Carers Advocacy Service (OCAS) provides advocacy to older carers living in Plymouth. We work with carers aged 60 years old and above who support a person who lives with a learning disability and/or autism. Our trained advocates will spend time getting to know your views and wishes. We will support and represent your wishes and feelings without taking a view of what is best for you. We can act on your behalf. We will provide information to enable you to make informed choices and inform you of your rights.

Aimed at: Parent/carer of an adult

Gender: All genders

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements, Staff and volunteers get autism awareness training

Other specialisms: Challenging behaviour, Community care, Criminal justice, Education, Employment, Family law, Learning disability, Mental capacity, Mental health, Welfare benefits