Need help now?
If you’re concerned about someone in your community, it’s important to act.
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If someone is in immediate danger, call 999
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If you cannot speak, press 55
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NSPCC – 0808 800 5000
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Samaritans – 116 123
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Accent Housing – 0345 678 0555
What is safeguarding?
Safeguarding means protecting adults and children from abuse, neglect, exploitation or harm. We want everyone living in our homes and communities to feel safe. If you are worried about yourself, a child, a neighbour or someone you know, we can help you get the right support.
- Physical abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Financial abuse
- Neglect and acts of omission
- Discrimination
- Modern day slavery and human trafficking
- Domestic Abuse – including controlling and coercive behaviour
- Listen and take your concerns seriously
- Help you report concerns safely
- Refer to appropriate safeguarding teams
- Work with police, local authorities and partners
- Provide advice and guidance
- Support people at risk to stay safe
Call 999 if there is immediate danger
- You can report concerns confidentially
- You can remain anonymous
Call us on 0345 678 0555
- Call 999 in an emergency
- Call 101 for non-emergency police
- Contact your local authority safeguarding team
- Call NSPCC: 0808 800 5000
Worried about someone else?
You do not need proof to raise a safeguarding concern. If something doesn’t feel right, it’s important to report it.
We can help with concerns about:
- Children
- Vulnerable adults
- Domestic abuse
- Neglect or exploitation
Our promise to you
- We will listen without judgement
- We will take concerns seriously
- We will treat you with dignity and respect
- We will explain what happens next
- We will work with you and our partners to help keep people safe
If you’re unsure:
- Trust your instincts
- Report concerns early
- Do not investigate situations yourself
For more information, see our Safeguarding Policy
Domestic abuse
Support and advice if you’re experiencing domestic abuse or worried about someone else, including how to get help, and the practical support we can offer to keep you safe.
