Who to Contact if you Suspect Abuse

If the adult in question is in immediate danger or in need of medical attention,
or there has been a crime committed e.g. rape or an assault,
or there is a need to protect forensic evidence:

Contact the Emergency Services immediately - Dial 999

To make a Safeguarding referral, or for advice, contact the Social Services Department at the earliest opportunity.

During Working Hours contact:

Adult Care Services - 01628 683744 or
The Safeguarding Adults Co coordinator 01628 683710

If it is an adult with a learning disability contact:
The Community Team for People with a Learning Disability on 01628 670117

Or if it is an adult with a mental health concern contact:
The Community Mental Health Team 01628 626948

Below is a list of useful contact numbers, for information and advice:

Thames Valley Police - Non-Emergency number - (0845) 8505 505

If the allegation or suspicion involves either a Care Home, Domiciliary Care Agency or NHS Hospital Trust also inform:
Care Quality Commission 03000 616161 (CQC website)

Actions on Elder Abuse - (0808) 808 8141
Public Concern at Work - (0207) 404 6609
The Carers Line - (0118) 950 5177
Men's Aid is a charity that offers advice and support to men who have been abused.

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