Safeguarding Adults Week runs from 17th -21st November and is an annual, national event, where organisations come together to raise awareness of safeguarding issues in our communities.
This year’s campaign, coordinated by the Ann Craft Trust, focuses on the theme ‘Prevention: Act Before Abuse’.
The Diocese of Newcastle is pleased to work alongside our safeguarding adult partners in Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland.
Sharon Devlin, Diocesan Director of Safeguarding, said: “Safeguarding Week is a time to give thanks for all who work to make our churches and communities safe, caring and welcoming places for everyone.
“As we reflect and pray, we remember that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility – our shared expression of God’s love.”
This week, the diocesan safeguarding team will be sharing some resources to support and assist adults in our communities.
If you have safeguarding concerns about yourself or an adult you can contact adult services below for support and guidance:
Newcastle area: 0191 278 7878
North Tyneside area: 0191 643 2777
Northumberland area: 01670 536 400
The Newcastle diocesan safeguarding team can be contacted on: 0191 270 4105
'Hidden Harms', an introduction to older adults domestic abuse video from North Tyneside's Safeguarding Adults Board'.
An animation from North East ADASS (Association of the Directors of Adult Social Services) to raise awareness of self-neglect
The following animation is a joint project of Newcastle Safeguarding Adults Board, the Newcastle Safeguarding Children Partnership and the Safe Newcastle Board, and aims to increase awareness of home takeover.