Abuse can occur in any setting and all staff should be vigilant of it. There are many reasons why abuse may occur and there are also different ways to prevent certain forms of abuse.
Prevention of abuse or repeat incidents of abuse is vital and plays an important role in managing the abuse of vulnerable adults.
Once the council is alerted to a concern with regard to a vulnerable adult, it will, where possible work with the person concerned and their family/carers to complete an assessment of risk. This will include:
The assessment should also give pointers to how services may be altered in the future to reduce the incidence of abuse and offer greater support to the individual.
If you or someone you know would like advice or support please contact Community and Wellbeing by phoning our Community Social Work Team on 01753 690444 or email: safeguarding.adults@slough.gov.uk.
For all enquiries please contact the Customer Service Centre
01753 475111
01753 875030
MyCouncil
Landmark Place
High Street, Slough
SL1 1JL, opposite
Slough Library
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