Concerned about an adult?
We are still here to keep vulnerable adults safe, throughout the coronavirus outbreak.
- Adults who are ‘shielded’ due to serious health conditions, are particularly vulnerable if they have no family or friends to help them get food or collect prescriptions
- There has been a rise in the number of scams targeting older and isolated people. Advice on how to avoid becoming a victim of scams
- People are more at risk from domestic abuse when they are isolated at home with a person who may harm them. How to keep safe, what to do to help someone else and where to get help. Advice from police and links to national and local support groups
- People who are isolated and lonely are more prone to mental ill health. Services to support those who are lonely
It is more important than ever that extended family, friends, neighbours and communities speak up and say something if they have concerns. It is everyone's responsibility to keep vulnerable adults safe and report concerns. We all need to play our part.
The Norfolk Safeguarding Adults Board provides useful advice and information about safeguarding vulnerable adults.
Advice about how to spot the signs of abuse.
Where to go for help
In an emergency, always call the police on 999.
If you are worried about the safety or welfare of a vulnerable adult, call us on 0344 800 8020 or
Report a concern
If you see something, or hear something that doesn’t feel right – say something.
