Safeguarding and Preventing Abuse - Where can you go for Support
- What should I do if I suspect someone is being abused?
- How to report suspected adult abuse (for members of the public)
- How to raise a safeguarding concern (for professionals)
Haringey is asking all residents to challenge abuse wherever it exists and to report it if they believe an older person might be suffering abuse in any form. Safeguarding residents is one of the most important parts of our work. And while many people are well cared for, some may be at risk of abuse.
Abuse can happen in a number of ways including psychological, discriminatory, sexual, domestic, financial or physical (see the 'What is Safeguarding' section for more details). Those most at risk include people with mental health problems, disabilities, dementia or those who are physically frail. It can also take place anywhere - often where someone should feel safe - and can be perpetrated by people they think they can trust, like a relative, friend or professional.
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What should I do if I suspect someone is being abused?
If you or the person you are concerned about is not being mistreated (but you or they still have needs to address) you can make a referral to Adult Social Care via the First Response Team.
How to report suspected adult abuse (for members of the public)
If you think someone else is being abused, you must tell someone:
Call the Police
- If the danger is not immediate telephone 101
- If the danger is immediate, always call the police on 999
Contact the First Response Team (adult social services):
- Telephone 020 8489 1400
- Email Firstresponseteam@haringey.gov.uk
Information that would be helpful:
- Why you are concerned
- The name, age and address of the adult at risk
- If anyone lives with them
- If they're getting help from any organisation
- Who may be doing the abuse
Don't delay in reporting abuse if you're not sure about some of these details.
How to raise a safeguarding concern (for professionals)
If you wish to raise a safeguarding concern, download the Safeguarding Alert Form (Word, 46KB)
If you have any trouble completing the form, please contact the First Response team by email: Firstresponseteam@haringey.gov.uk and they will help you.