Dealing with Vulnerable Groups Flashcards
What do you do if you suspect an adult is at risk of abuse or harm
Discuss with senior
Document concerns
Report to local authority
Who are vulnerable groups
Vulnerable adults
Mentally compromised
Children
Homeless
What is safeguarding
Protecting those at risk of harm
Identifying abuse and acting
What are the 6 principles of good safe guarding practice
Empowerment Protection Prevention Proportionality - least intrusive response Partnership with local services Accountability
Who are adults at risk
Unable to safeguard own well being
At risk of harm
More vulnerable due to disability, mental or physical disorder
What is unlawful conduct
Adversely affects property, rights or interests
e.g. theft, fraud, embezzlement
What are the RF for abuse
Age Lack of mental capacity Physically dependent Low self-esteem Previous abuse -ve esperance of disclosing abuse Social isolation Lack of access to health and social care services
What are the main types of abuse
Physical Sexual Psycholgical FInancial Neglect Discriminatory Domestic Modern slavery Organisational Self-harm
How do you manage the conversation with abuse
Make sure abuser is not present
Ensure appropriate support
Be clear what will happen with the information
Establish the allegation and acknowledge the impact
How do you manage an abuse claim
Assess immediate risk and need for intervention Think about risk posted to public Refer to local services If unsure = REPORT Keep all records Discuss concerns Take advice from defence organisation
Model answer
Take advice - senior / defence Duty of candour Consent Capacity Best interest
