Independent Advocacy Service for Somerset Council
SOMERSET COUNCIL · Awarded contract
AwardedIndependent Advocacy Service for Somerset Council
Awarded 31 Mar 2025
Awarded31 Mar 2025
Value£0.00
SupplierSWAN
AgencySOMERSET COUNCIL
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 3y 5mo5y term, 32% elapsed
Awarded 31 Mar 2025Expires 31 Mar 2030
About
Somerset Council awarded a contract to SWAN for independent advocacy services to empower individuals to express their personal needs and assist them in achieving their rights and entitlements.
The service helps people secure relevant information and knowledge, enabling informed choices, involvement in decisions about their care and support needs, and promoting their health and wellbeing.
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