Building advocacy networks for people
so that they have a good life even after their parents are no longer here to stand up for them
Building advocacy networks for people
so that their families have peace of mind about the future
Building advocacy networks for people
so that they are empowered to realise their aspirations and contribute to their community
Building advocacy networks for people
so that they form intentional friendships that broaden and enrich their lives
Building advocacy networks for people
so that they develop stronger links in the wider community
Building advocacy networks for people
so that they are as fulfilled and happy as they can be
Support for People who are Isolated
"No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent." - John Donne
"Sticks in a bundle are unbreakable." - Kenyan proverb
Who Benefits from ACSYL?
ACSYL builds support networks for people who are isolated by disability, mental health challenges or some other factor.
We offer the following benefits to families:
- Planning: assistance in drawing up a family-led plan to ensure the on-going well-being of vulnerable family members.
- Support: assistance from a facilitator to set up a circle of support for their vulnerable member, plus on-going support to maintain the circle as the person's needs and aspirations change throughout their lifetime.
- Advocacy: ensuring that there are sufficient records in place, and that there are suitable people in the vulnerable person's support network, to enable strong advocacy on their behalf when necessary.
- Information on local provisions, legal and financial matters to ensure the whole family's long-term security and well-being.
If you have a vulnerable family member, our programme can introduce them to new friends, enrich their quality of life, broaden their horizons and give you peace of mind.
Membership is open to any family that has one or more vulnerable member, whether or not they receive services from their Local Authority.
ACSYL believes that everyone needs and deserves the support of friends. Sometimes, particularly when people are isolated, this means building intentional friendships.
ACSYL builds advocacy networks for people who want and need them - trusted supporters who will be there for them even when parents or family are no longer around.