Advocacy
28 May 2024
Need an Advocate?
An advocate is a person who has the authority of the consumer and who represents their interests. An advocate can be a family member, a friend or an agency appointed by of for the consumer.
The National Aged Care Advocacy Program (NACAP) provides free and confidential advocacy support for older people and their carers. Call 02 6289 1555 or Free call 1800 020 103 between 8.30am and 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except on public holidays.
Or you can write to the:
Department of Health and Aged Care
GPO Box 9848
Canberra ACT 2601
Or you can go their website:
https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/national-aged-care-advocacy-program-nacap
