Advocacy and system navigation
Finding the right support for a young person’s mental health can feel like navigating a maze. The system is often complex, fragmented, and overwhelming, leaving families unsure where to start or who to trust. Our resources are here to help make the journey clearer, simpler, and more supportive.
The challenge families face
When your young person is struggling with complex mental health or living with a psychosocial disability, the last thing you need is confusion. Yet many families find themselves lost in a maze of services, paperwork, and systems that don’t speak to one another. Without the right knowledge, parents, carers, and kin can feel powerless, frustrated, and alone.
How we can help
RiR takes a peer-led, lived-experience approach to advocacy and system navigation. Our resources are designed to guide you step by step so you can:
- Understand your rights and the options available to your family
- Build the right team of support across health, education, and community services
- Confidently advocate for the care your young person deserves
- Access practical guides and peer insights that make navigating the system less daunting
Why it matters
Every family deserves to feel supported, not overwhelmed, when seeking mental health care. With the right guidance and support, you can cut through the noise, make informed choices, and create a strong network around your young person. Advocacy and navigation aren’t just about services, they’re about building hope, trust, and a pathway forward.
Take the next step
Explore our advocacy and system navigation resources today. With RiR, you’ll find trusted tools, lived-experience insights, and practical guidance to help your family move forward with clarity and confidence.