Get extra support applying for benefits in Scotland

If you’re disabled you can get extra support to understand and apply for benefits from Social Security Scotland.

You can get support from a person known as an advocate.

What an advocate does

The advocate will try to understand your point of view and what you want to happen.

They can help you to:

apply for a benefit
make sure you’re heard and understood
get involved and make decisions
ask questions and get the information you need
understand and secure your rights in relation to Social Security Scotland benefits
express your rights, views, and wishes including what you want to achieve

They will not:

An advocate cannot be a friend or family member.

You can ask for help from an advocate at any point. This includes before, during or after applying for Social Security Scotland benefits.

If you need an advocate, you should:

You can also contact the advocacy service provider Advocacy.Scot on 0808 196 8901. Find out more about Advocacy.Scot.

Contact Citizens Advice Scotland for independent support and advice. You can either:

Other organisations and services in your area might also be able to help you. Contact your local council to find out more.

Contact your local council

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