Information for the public

The wellbeing and safety of local people is our main concern.
We adopt a zero tolerance stance on the abuse, neglect or discrimination of any person, but particularly people at risk or in vulnerable situations.

In this section

Protecting adults

What to do if you are worried about someone and what will happen next

What is abuse?

An overview of the types of abuse and how to spot the signs

What is adult safeguarding?

Find out what adult safeguarding means and why it matters

Carers

Find out about the roles that carers can have with safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone's business

Campaign asking Somerset residents to look out for members of their community who might be experiencing abuse. The campaign asks that people do their part in supporting their communities by recognising the signs of self-neglect when they see them.

Find out more about our campaign

Are you worried about someone?

Call us

Monday to Friday
8.30am to 5.00pm

0300 123 2224

Emergencies

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call the Police

999

Speak to us

If you want to have a conversation please send us an email

adults@somerset.gov.uk

What happens next?

If you report concerns because you suspect that a vulnerable adult is being abused, or you are being abused yourself, you will be listened to and your concerns will be taken seriously.

What is adult safeguarding?