Safeguarding adults

Are you worried that you or another adult is at risk of abuse or neglect? Find out more about next steps here.

Safeguarding means protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect. It is about people and organisations working together to prevent or stop abuse and neglect, while at the same time making sure that the adult’s wellbeing is promoted, having regard to their views, wishes, feelings and beliefs.

Anyone can report a concern about abuse or neglect – whether you are a relative, member of the public or professional.

If you are worried about an adult who may be at risk of abuse or neglect, please call the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) for advice on 0151 443 2600 or to raise a concern complete the online form here.

Raise concerns about an adult at risk in Knowsley

An adult at risk is a person aged 18 years or over who has needs for care and support. Any agency providing care or any member of the public can complete this form, please complete it with as much information as is available.

Types of abuse

The Care Act 2014 outlines 10 types of abuse and neglect that adults at risk who have care and support needs may experience. Here we explain a little more about the types of abuse and the signs to look for.

Knowsley Safeguarding Adults Board

Knowsley Safeguarding Adults Board (KSAB) is a partnership made up of key agencies to protect individuals in our community, find out more here.

Safeguarding Adults Reviews (SAR)

A Safeguarding Adults Review (SAR) is an independent review of how agencies worked together to safeguard an adult who has died or been seriously abused or neglected. Find out more about the process and how to make a referral here.

Safeguarding adults and quality improvement

Knowsley Council is dedicated to ensuring that residents' care and support needs are provided in a dignified and compassionate manner. If you have any concerns please raise them here.

Other forms of exploitation

Although the following forms of exploitation are not specifically mentioned in the Care Act 2014, they can often be linked to other forms of abuse or neglect, and it is important that everyone knows how to recognise them.

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