I work with adults

Find training, resources and support if you work with vulnerable adults and resources about Making Safeguarding Personal.

About Safeguarding in Cumbria

What safeguarding is and why it matters.

About abuse and neglect

What abuse is, people at risk, who might cause it, and signs to look out for.

Signs of abuse and neglect

There are lots of different signs that someone is being abused or neglected. It is important to know what the signs might be.

Reporting concerns about an adult

If you think an adult with care or support needs is being abused in any way, you must report this as a safeguarding concern.

Reporting concerns about a child

If you think an child is being abused in any way, you must report this as a safeguarding concern.

Refer someone for advocacy in Cumbria

Advocacy is an important tool to help people to be listened to and to have their rights and choices respected.

The 6 Principles of Safeguarding

Safeguarding adults is about protecting people’s rights to live safely, free from harm and abuse. The 6 principles form the foundation of all safeguarding work.

Find training and resources

Find helpful resources and guidance in our learning zone.

Easy Read Guides

Guidance on learning disabilities, autism, safeguarding, protecting yourself from scams and more.

Policy and guidance

Policies and procedures for professionals working with vulnerable adults in Cumbria.

Making Safeguarding Personal (MSP)

The process of safeguarding adults at risk should be person-led, and outcome focused.

We publish monthly newsletters which offer a range of information and resources connected to Safeguarding Adults. You can read the latest newsletter by clicking on the following links:

Learning and Development Strategy & National Competency Framework

We expect that all agencies work together to implement this strategy and thereby ensure that all staff and volunteers are trained to recognise the sign of abuse and neglect of adults in Cumbria.