Problematic Substance Use Advocacy Service (Advocard)

Who is this for?

• People aged 16 years old and over and who identify as having problematic substance use

Description

Advocard’s team of trained advocacy workers can support you by listening, discussing and exploring your options, and communicating your views to those that need to hear them. Advocard can help if you are finding it difficult to access services or gain access to treatment.

How do I access this?

• Self referral
• Referral by third party

• Service is appointment only

Is there a cost?

Free

Location information

• Wheelchair access
• Translation service available
• Our Leith office is well served by Lothian buses 7,12,14,16,21, 25, 35, 49 and nearest tram stop is Foot of Leith Walk.
• Our office at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital is well served by Lothian buses 5,11,16,23,36.

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