Able to self-advocate

Choice and empowerment

For example, understanding your rights and the rights of your family members; having the skills and confidence to self-advocate and protect rights; being able to speak up or ask for help if you have issues; getting your questions answered; negotiating to get your needs met; having opportunities to participate in self advocacy groups, meetings or events.

Question 1:

Think about your ability to self-advocate.

For example, understanding your rights and the rights of your family members; having the skills and confidence to self-advocate and protect rights; being able to speak up or ask for help if you have issues; getting your questions answered; negotiating to get your needs met; having opportunities to participate in self advocacy groups, meetings or events.

How has this changed for you since coming to the service?

Question 2:

Do you think [the service] made a positive contribution to your ability to self-advocate?