Concept Of Safeguarding

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1.1Analyse the differences between the concept of safeguarding and the concept of protection in relation to vulnerable adults Safeguarding: Safeguarding is the multi-disciplinary work we do to minimise and manage risk to adults who may be vulnerable. It employs a framework which brings together all aspects of an investigation into an allegation of abuse against a vulnerable adult. For any safeguarding issue, we aim to involve the vulnerable person and offer them as much choice as possible. Vulnerable adult A vulnerable adult is someone aged 18 or over: • Who is, or may be, in need of community services due to age, illness or a mental or physical disability • Who is, or may be, unable to take care of himself/herself, or unable to protect…show more content…
This can happen in any setting where formal care is provided. Here are just a few examples of possible signs of abuse, none being conclusive on their own. • Injuries, such as a slap, being restrained in a chair, or given too much…show more content…
• Arrange for an independent advocate to represent and support a person who is the subject of a safeguarding enquiry or review, if required. Any relevant person or organisation must provide information to Safeguarding Adults Boards as requested. The statutory guidance enshrines the six principles of safeguarding: 1. Empowerment - presumption of person led decisions and informed consent 2. Prevention - it is better to take action before harm occurs 3. Proportionality - proportionate and least intrusive response appropriate to the risk presented 4. Protection - support and representation for those in greatest need 5. Partnerships - local solutions through services working with their communities 6. Accountability - accountability and transparency in delivering safeguarding The Care Act 2014 recognises that local authorities cannot safeguard individuals on their own; it can only be achieved by working together with the Police, NHS and other key organisations as well as awareness of the wider public. Fears of sharing information must not stand in the way of protecting adults at risk of abuse or
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