Abuse and safeguarding

If you have concerns about a professional working with adults who have care and support needs you should report them immediately.

Safeguarding means protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect. Find out what happens when someone needs safeguarding.

Professionals working in public services should have a good knowledge of adult safeguarding.

Details of who to contact if you're worried that an adult may be harmed or neglected.

Making sure that adults can make decisions for themselves, or decisions made for them are in their best interests.