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At POhWER, we understand that not every advocacy need can be met through existing local contracts. That is why we offer a flexible spot purchase advocacy service across the country.
Whether you are supporting someone placed out of area, facing unexpected demand, or filling a temporary gap in provision, our extensive national network of experienced advocates is here to help....

I am a values-driven leader with more than 20 years’ experience across health, social care, and mental health. I began my career in advocacy as a volunteer advocate, later working as an Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA) and managing advocacy...

POhWER is a charity who provide information, advice, support and advocacy to people who experience disability, vulnerability, distress and social exclusion.
POhWER was set up in 1996 by service users who, tired of others making assumptions about their capabilities and views, wanted equal access to information and a voice of their own....

Halima contacted POhWER on behalf of her daughter, Basma, when she had issues with the hospital transportation service. Basma is in her early forties and has a physical disability and struggles to communicate verbally. Basma used to use a mobility scooter...