About safeguarding adults
Safeguarding adults means protecting a person who is over the age of 18.
Safeguarding is about people and organisations working together. In Cumbria, we want to reduce the risks of abuse or neglect happening and make sure the person's views, wishes, feelings and beliefs are a key part of deciding on any action. It is important that a person's wellbeing is promoted at all times.
'Abuse' is when someone does something to you that you do not like and you want to stop.
'Neglect' is when you are not being given the care and support that you need to live your life.
Understand the different types of abuse and neglect.
If you have concern for yourself or someone else, please report it.
Understand more about safeguarding in Cumbria
If you're asked to be part of a Safeguarding Adult Review
We acknowledge this will have been a very difficult time for you and we do not want to add to your distress but it is important we inform you the review is taking place and to give you an opportunity to be involved.
Find out more about Safeguarding Adult Reviews