The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all adults at risk in our care. We expect our employees to share this commitment.
Everyone has the right to live their life free from violence, fear and abuse, but not everyone can protect themselves.
Under the Care Act 2014 adult safeguarding duties apply to an adult who:
The categories of abuse defined in the Care Act are as follows:
Some adults might be more at risk of neglect or abuse than others. The following could increase the risk of neglect or abuse:
Also people who depend on others to look after them may not be able to stop someone else from hurting them or taking advantage of them.
Neglect and abuse can happen in many different places:
Anyone could be an abuser and it is often someone who is known and trusted.
It might be a:
For concerns about an adult who you think may be at risk of abuse or neglect, make an online safeguarding referral. If you are concerned that a child or adult is at immediate risk of significant harm call the police on 999.