IMHA poster - Cumberland (People First)Do you need an Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA)? - Easy read
What is an Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA)?
Sometimes it can be difficult to speak up for yourself.
An Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA) will support you with issues relating to mental health care and treatment. They will also help you understand your rights under the Mental Health Act.
An IMHA can support you to:
- Understand your rights under the Mental Health Act and support your nearest relative
- Make your views and wishes heard by the people involved in your care and treatment
- Prepare for meetings, and in some cases attend them with you
- Understand, and if necessary challenge, any conditions or restrictions which apply to you
- Challenge your section through a Mental Health Tribunal or Hospital Manager’s Hearing
IMHA information in different languages
You can find IMHA information translated into different languages using the button below:
IMHA information in easy read format
We have an easy read leaflet that explains how an advocate can help, and how to get one. A member of staff or a carer can support you to read it. They will be able to answer any questions that you have: