Sam is in his sixties and has mobility issues following a stroke. He was referred to POhWER during the Covid-19 lockdown. Read more
Emmett works as an Independent Mental Health Advocate with POhWER. Read all about his journey to how he became interested in Advocacy to now supporting clients as an IMHA. Read more
Carol's experience of Mental illness and the support she has found from the EmPOhWER groups Read more
After her mother died Bridget felt her whole world had been ripped apart. Peer advocacy provided support and friendship and gave her confidence Read more
When Johnathan’s son died his social worker contacted HertsHelp for information about organisations which could support him. Read more
Tara is on a very low income, she contacted HertsHelp because she was worried about paying her quarterly bills and replacing her daughter’s broken cot Read more
Abraham has dementia. After he was found wandering in his neighbourhood a decision had to be made about whether he could carry on living at home Read more
Lisa’s aunt referred her to HertsHelp because she was concerned about her home environment and a reduction in her Personal Independence Payment Read more
When Laura was detained in hospital under the Mental Health Act an advocate supported her to raise concerns about her medication Read more
Joanne has Huntingdon’s disease. She was moved to a care home which met her physical needs but the activities were not suitable for a 41 year old Read more
Debbie was unhappy that her care package was being cut and did not think her social worker was listening to her Read more
Read how POhWER supported Nabila to stay in her own home and keep her independence. Read more