Empower Space

Empower Space was set up by a Children's Advocate (who also has over 15 years front line experience of providing NHS Complaints Advocacy, Care Act Advocacy, and Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy) after working across various National Advocacy Services.

"I found I could support young people to find something they enjoyed, which gave them some confidence. This meant they were willing to learn new things - which gave these young people more confidence. Young people kept saying, I wish I knew that back then. I knew that the best way to achieve consistently good outcomes for young people was to have a structured approach to achieving tangible goals - and this was something I had a lot of experience with. I saw the amazing work Semi Independent services were doing, and I equally knew the challenges too as I worked as a Return Home Interviewer for those who ran away from placements, so I started Empower Space".

Empower Space was set up to equip children and young people with the vital skills they need to live independently, using the experiences of a Children's Advocate to ensure effective practices. We have proven experience of advocating for young people and use our skills to enable children and young people to build confidence and speak up for themselves.

We have a structured process which guides young people towards full independence. Most importantly we provide young people with much needed stability and care, and have achieved excellent outcomes.

Young people are assessed and appropriate support packages are put in place - tailored to the individual needs of the young person. Positive rapport is built with staff and we work with external specialist services to ensure the young person is able to achieve and maintain independence.

Empower Space is proud of its social impact. We see each young person as an individual and do all we can to equip them with the skills they will need to live independently. Many of the young people we have supported in the past through Advocacy are now peer advocates, and support us in supporting others.