What is abuse?

Signs of abuse may be difficult to detect. There are a number of different types of abuse adults with care and support needs can be at risk of. These include:

Physical abuse
Domestic violence or abuse
Sexual abuse
Psychological or emotional abuse
Financial or material abuse
Modern slavery and trafficking
Discriminatory abuse
Organisational or institutional abuse
Neglect or acts of omission
Self-neglect
Radicalisation

If you are concerned that an adult may be at risk, please contact the local authority by calling 020 8708 7333 (select Option 2) or 020 8553 5825 (Out of Hours). If there is immediate risk call the Police on 999.