What does it take to be the perfect advocate?

Some of their highlights:

• Someone who is supportive and stands up for my rights, being able to speak up for me.
• They need to understand people with learning disabilities, but also understand people generally.
• Explains what they're doing and gets consent before the next step.
• An advocate shouldn't rush into what they think I will say, or guess, or step in.
• They need to know about safeguarding and raise it with the right people.

Vocal Advocacy supports adults with communication difficulties in Devon. Read what their members said about what makes a perfect advocate.