What is advocacy?

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Advocacy

We will make sure that people are heard, and their rights are respected

We will communicate effectively and safely meet with people in person

We will ensure that people can access advocacy

We will take positive anti-discrimination action

We will work together to promote systemic change

Dewis CIL provides a number of advocacy services across Wales.

See the links below to find out more about advocacy and whether there are services available in your area.

For more information about the 5 Principles of Advocacy download the PDF here.

What is advocacy?

What does advocacy mean and what can advocates do to help? Read more

Advocacy - Groups

About the advocacy groups facilitated by Dewis CIL. Read more

Spot Purchases

How to apply for advocacy or other services when it's not part of our normal contracts, e.g. for parents in child protection cases, Litigation Friend etc. Read more

Advocacy Referral Form

To make a referral to one of our Advocacy services please complete our referral form. Read more

Advocacy in your area

Find out what advocacy services we may provide in your area. Read more

Latest

301RCT

Female based in the Tonyrefail area. I am able to work up to 10 hours per week in the RCT area. I am a vehicle owner & able to drive. non smoker.
RCT300

Female from the Church village area, I am able to work 20-24 hours per week & am pretty flexible with days/times. I am a vehicle owner & driver. Non Smoker.
DP1648 Personal assistant

I’m an 18-year-old girl living in Tonyrefail. I’m currently receiving therapeutic support from the Community Mental Health Team. Because of this, confidentiality is extremely important and anyone interested in this job will be referred to my mum to discuss the job in more detail. The role will take place Either out in the local community or at home with me. You will support me socially and encourage me to pursue my own interests and independence. 8 hours pw @£10.25 ph plus £0.40 per mile.
CDF217

Female Personal Assistant is looking to work 16 hours per week. PA is flexible with days. PA can work in Cardiff, Caerphilly and Fairwater. Car driver/ owner. Non smoker.

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CDP152 Personal Assistant to Child

Personal assistant to Child required in Whitchurch area of Cardiff. Support is needed in the home and out in the community with various different activities, such as bowling, swimming and walking around charity shops. The hours needed to be worked are 3 hours per week, which can either be on a Wednesday or a Thursday 3:30pm-7:30pm. Times can be flexible. It is essential to be a car driver for this position. Please read full job description before applying.
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DP797 Personal Assistant

I'm a lady in my 30s living in Hawthorn with my 3 daughters. I have a cognitive impairment, field vision loss on the left side and left sided muscle weakness caused by a stroke. I experience chronic fatique. I'm studying at the moment at Uni to be a learning disability nurse. 12hrs per week ideally spread over a few days. £10.00ph, mileage £0.40 per mile. Car driver with a full clean UK driving licence is essential. Female is required due to personal care. Please read the full Job Description.
PRIV033 Personal Assistant

PRIV033 - I'm a 23 year old girl who lives at home with my parents and my dog in Brecon. I have a rare form of restricted growth which affects my mobility resulting in me being a wheelchair user. To support me whilst I am at home and when out and about. I'm looking for 3 PA’s in total. 18 hrs per week, shift pattern will be 2 days pw 9:00-6:00 weekdays and Saturdays and 9:00-22:00 every other Saturday. Car Driver needed. £9.80 per hour. Please read full Job Description before applying.
Advocacy Referral Form

To make a referral to one of our Advocacy services please complete our referral form.
DP1706 Personal Assistants (2 PA's per shift)

Lady from Aberdare area. I suffer with Dementia, I'm looking for someone to undertake assistance with personal care tasks. 2PA's will be required each shift. will need flexibility with working times, to be friendly and reliable. Pay rate £10.30ph.
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