This article describes how a well-designed business case led to the creation of a clinical lead for vulnerable adults post at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, Somerset, and explains how a new policy for safeguarding adults has been implemented throughout the hospital.Nursing Management - UK...
a term used to describe gangs and organised criminal networks involved in exporting illegal drugs into one or more importing areas within the UK, using dedicated mobile phone lines or other form of ‘deal line’. They are likely to exploit children and vulnerable adults to move and store the ...
We take very seriously the safety and welfare of those to whom we minister; this includes safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. As part of this concern we have personnel responsible for safeguarding and have adopted the Church of England’s safeguarding policy. You can view a copy of...
Safeguarding vulnerable adults: regional adult protection policy and procedural guidance This article discusses vulnerable patient groups who may be at risk of being abused by family members, carers or practitioners. Different types of abuse, including institutional abuse, and the associated signs and sy...
Regional Adult Protection Forum (2006) Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults - Regional Adult Protection Policy and Procedural Guidance, Belfast, DHSSPS.Social Services Directorate (2006) Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults: Regional Adult Protection Policy and Guidance (Northern Ireland), Ballymena: Northern Health...
young people and adults at risk to participate in any club activity in an enjoyable, safe and inclusive environment. This equally applies to the safety and security of those working with and who are responsible for the activities involving vulnerable individuals. For more information on safeguarding...
Providing quality assurance and specialist support, advice, training and scrutiny of safeguarding arrangements in education, health, social care and leisure settings to ensure that safeguarding children and vulnerable adults are carried out to the highes
Safeguarding Policy Purpose The purpose of this policy is to protect people, particularly children, at risk adults and beneficiaries of assistance, from any harm that may be caused due to their coming into contact with The Saiga Conservation Alliance. This includes harm arising from:...
The DSL and all members of staff will work with and support social workers to help protect vulnerable children.Where we are aware that a child has a social worker, the DSL will always consider this fact to ensure any decisions are made in the best interests of the childs safety and ...
The protection of vulnerable adults is a fast emerging area of work for local authorities, the NHS and other agencies. "Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and the Law", sets this within a comprehensive legal framework. The relevant law and guidance is extensive. It includes Department of Health guidan...