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Shannon Clinic Patient Advocacy Service
We offer free independent and specialist advocacy, advice and information for people with mental health problems who are also detained patients in the regional forensic medium secure unit.
The aim of the service is to empower clients to reach greater independence and recovery through the use of advocacy. It is offered in order to help clients to achieve these goals.
Shannon Clinic Advocate Paul McMonagle explains how a Mental Health Advocate can help get your voice heard.
"“You speak up for me when I find it difficult and have shown that you are independent.”"
Areas we cover
The service is offered within Shannon Clinic which is a regional unit. Patients come from all trust areas in NI.
How to refer to us
You can refer through your trust, other hospitals/secure units, CFMHTs and prisons.
How to contact us
Address:
Shannon Clinic
Knockbracken Healthcare Park
Saintfield Road
Belfast
BT8 8BH
You can also contact our Patient Advocate:
Paul McMonagle
Paulb.mcmonagle@belfasttrust.hscni.net
paul.mcmonagle@mindwisenv.org
028 95 046514.
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