How to help
Everybody working with vulnerable people is responsible for making sure, within their Codes of Practice, that no action or omission on their part harms the wellbeing of service users. The following will help you achieve this.
If you are aware of any vulnerable person who has been harmed or abused or is at risk of harm you must report it.
Oxfordshire Social & Community Services
Oxfordshire Social & Community Services have procedures for dealing with cases of vulnerable adult abuse. They can offer information and advice to help you in deciding what you want to do and in some cases may be able to provide you with practical help and support. The first priority will be to try and ensure that you are safe.
Telephone: 0845 0507 666
SMS: 07788 571577
Fax: 01865 783111
Postal Address: Social and Health Care team, PO Box 780, Oxford, OX1 9GX
Email:
Out of hours emergency: 0800 833408 (freephone)
www.oxfordshire.gov.uk
Thames Valley Police
Abuse is often a crime. If you think a crime has been committed contact the police.
Non-emergency number: 101
In an emergency dial 999
www.thamesvalley.police.uk
