Safeguarding adults at risk of abuse or neglect

Everyone has the right to live in safety, free from fear of abuse or neglect. No matter who is doing it, or where it is happening, it is still abuse.

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Reporting adult abuse or neglect

If you are concerned that an adult at risk is being abused or neglected, please contact the Adult Intake Team:

Report online

You can also report the concern online by filling in this form:

Safeguarding adults report a concern form

Children

If you are worried about a child please phone 020 8227 3811 or report the concern online.

In an emergency, always call 999 to report immediate risks to safety.

What is safeguarding adults at risk of neglect or abuse?

Some adults may be less able to protect themselves from abuse or neglect, because of mental or physical disability, their age or an illness. Safeguarding means identifying and preventing risks or harm:

  • responding to and investigating any suspected instances of abuse or neglect
  • supporting adults at risk to report any concerns while also helping them to keep themselves safe
  • supporting adults at risk to stop abuse or neglect and to access the services they need, such as advocacy (help for adults to get their views and choices across), victim support, and care and support services

Keeping people safe is everyone’s responsibility. By making safeguarding personal and supporting adults at risk of abuse or neglect we are all able to help them gain greater control over their lives.

  • you may see or hear something
  • you may notice injuries that make you feel worried
  • you may notice a change in behaviour
  • the person may tell you

Types of abuse

More information 

Safeguarding Adults Keeping Safe leaflet (PDF, 1.95 MB)

Easyread Keeping Safe leaflet (PDF, 16.2 MB)

Large print Keeping Safe leaflet (DOCX, 34.95 KB)

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