To support the implementation of MAT Standard 8, Healthcare Improvement Scotland have worked in collaboration with the Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance (SIAA) to develop resources that embed independent advocacy in Health and Social Care Partnership strategic structures, support recovery, and improve health outcomes for people who require access to alcohol and drug services.
These resources are underpinned by the Charter of Rights for People Affected by Substance Use in Scotland.
1. Independent Advocacy and Alcohol and Drugs for people, families and loved ones
This resource explains what independent advocacy is and how it can support people, including referral into independent advocacy.
2. Independent Advocacy and Alcohol and Drugs, MAT standard 8 advocacy learning resource for independent advocates
This resource covers essential information independent advocates need to know when working with people impacted by alcohol and drug use.
3. Independent Advocacy and Alcohol and Drugs, MAT standard 8 advocacy learning resource for professionals
This resource covers what independent advocacy is, what services need to know about independent advocacy, how to refer a person and how to work with independent advocacy.
4. The Right to a Voice: Independent Advocacy in Alcohol and Drug Services
A guide to support Alcohol and Drug Partnerships embed independent advocacy in strategic advocacy plans.