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

For the Emergency Out of Hours Service (5pm to 9am and weekends and Bank Holidays) Telephone 01344 786543

If the allegation or suspicion involves either a Care Home or a Domiciliary Care Agency:
Also inform the Commission for Social Care Inspection - 0118 903 3230 in addition to one of the above.

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

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

Actions on Elder Abuse - (0808) 808 8141
Public Concern at Work - (0207) 404 6609
The Carers Line - (0118) 9505 5177
Men's Aid is a charity that offers advice and support to men who have been abused.