Self-advocacy

Self advocacy groups help people to get better at speaking up for themselves and makes it possible for people to support each other. 

Discussions in self advocacy sessions often cover work opportunities, housing difficulties, financial concerns, relationships, transport and social activities.

Karen Chandler facilitates the Family Project in Haverfordwest for parents with a learning disability.

This group empowers parents to express their wishes in reviews, child care proceedings, health visits and benefit concerns.  The parents say that the group helps them develop confidence in their parenting skills. This group participates in the Finding the Right Support initiative with Learning Disability Wales.