Myth busting safeguarding adults
People have told us they can be unsure of safeguarding and worried about speaking out. We’ve created this short video to explain what it means to keep adults safe. It also clears up some common mistakes people make when talking about safeguarding. You’ll hear from people who have been through the safeguarding process and shared what it was like for them.
Safeguarding means keeping adults safe from abuse and neglect. It’s about people and organisations working together to prevent harm and take action when needed – whilst also respecting the adult’s wellbeing, views, wishes, and beliefs.
Safeguarding is a positive action, done to protect adult’s at risk. Safeguarding is not about blame.
Key messages:
- Safeguarding is caring, not criticism.
- Speaking up is a strength, not a betrayal
- We all have a role in keeping each other safe.
- Safety begins with honest, open conversations.
We’ve been asking people about their experience of the safeguarding adults process. Here are some things people told us:
I feel listened to and taken seriously – nothing was forced on me.
It felt like someone was on my side.
It’s really important for family to be involved – they can share their views.
I was glad to be contacted, and that things were being followed up.
I appreciated the call to check I was safe.
It gave me peace of mind.
If you are told about or witness an incident of adult abuse, are the victim of adult abuse or think abuse may be happening you can:
- contact someone you trust, such as a GP, nurse, police officer or care worker. They will pass on your concerns to the safeguarding agencies.
- professionals must complete the online safeguarding form
Adult Social CarePoint at Newcastle City Council are the main point of contact in Newcastle if you are worried about the safety of an adult.
To find out more about safeguarding adults in Newcastle, please visit: