Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
We’re committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of residents living in our homes and have a duty to report all instances of abuse or suspected abuse.
Safeguarding is action taken to protect children, young people and vulnerable adults to ensure they’re free from abuse, neglect and harm.
Adults at risk often have some form of vulnerability that can be preyed on, such as a disability or an illness that infringes on their ability to do something.
Children and young persons are classified as vulnerable groups and need additional safeguarding measures to protect them from abuse and mistreatment.
We take safeguarding very seriously. All our colleagues are trained to understand how to help protect residents who may be at risk of abuse, neglect or harm.
If you have immediate concerns for the safety and wellbeing of an adult, child or young person, please phone 999 and report this to the police immediately.
If you're concerned about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult, but it’s not an emergency situation, contact your Local Authority Safeguarding Team.
If we receive reports of concerns, we'll help where we can.
This can be through liaising and working with other agencies, such as the police and social services, to protect our residents.