Winter ready
Storm Darragh is forecast to bring some strong winds and heavy rain on Saturday 7 December. Get the latest updates on our Facebook page and get winter ready advice from our dedicated website.
Report a concern about an adult
It is important to remember that you must not ignore abuse or neglect. You must report it. If you are not sure what to do you can always seek advice.
If you think you or someone you know is being abused, or neglected it is important to tell someone you trust. This could be a friend, a teacher, a social worker, a doctor, a police officer or someone else that you trust. Ask them to help you report it and remember that you understand abuse or neglect is never your fault.
It is important to remember that you must not ignore abuse or neglect. You must report it. If you are not sure what to do you can always seek advice.
To report a crime, telephone the police 999 or if the person is not in immediate danger telephone 101.
How to report a safeguarding concern
You can either:
- Contact Adult Social Care
- Out of hours telephone: 01228 526690
Find other support
There are a wide range of organisations and support networks in the local community that can help support your needs for free or at a low cost. For example:
- mental health charities
- Age UK
- day care services
- to buy equipment to help you around your home