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This section of our website is designed specifically for those making a referral to our services, in a professional capacity, such as a social worker or care provider. If you're unsure about the eligibility criteria or which service to make a referral to, you can get in touch with our contact centre staff via the contact page.

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If you need a PDF version of one of our referral forms, to print or send electronically, you can find them in our Document Library.


Please choose the appropriate referral form from the options below, to begin making your referral.

Professional referrals

Child Protection Advocacy for Parents

This service is only for parents who have an assessed eligible social care need and whose children are currently within the Child Protection Process.

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Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA)

For professionals to refer Qualifying Patients (sectioned/detained) and Informal Inpatients to understand their rights and treatment under the Mental Health Act.

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Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA)

For vulnerable people (age 16+) who lack capacity to make a specific decision about serious medical treatment or a change of accommodation and have no supportive family/friends.

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Independent Visitor (Mentor/Befriender)

Use to connect a young person in Local Authority care with a volunteer who offers regular advice, support, and friendship. Consent of young person is required.

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Community DoL 1.2 Representative Referral

For persons lacking capacity who are deprived of liberty outside a care home/hospital. Requires an application to the Court of Protection.

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Community & Non-Statutory Advocacy

For general support and representation when no statutory duty applies. This referral can only be accepted if the client has given consent.

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Children & Young Person's Advocacy

For individuals who are Children in Care, Care Leavers, or have a disability, and need support expressing their wishes and feelings.

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Independent Care Act Advocacy (ICAA)

Required when a person has substantial difficulty being involved in care decisions, and there is no appropriate person to support them.

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