🛡️ Adult Support & Protection

Click here for even more information: ⬇️

https://www.inverclyde.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/public-protection/adult-protection

❓ Are You Worried About an Adult at Risk of Harm?

Everyone has the right to live safely, free from harm, abuse, or neglect.

Adult Support and Protection is about keeping adults in Inverclyde safe from harm — whether that harm is caused by others, or through self-neglect.

🤝 We all have a role to play in protecting vulnerable adults in our communities.

👤 What Is an “Adult at Risk”?

An adult may be at risk if they:

• Are unable to safeguard their own wellbeing, property, rights, or other interests

• Are at risk of harm

• Are more vulnerable because of disability, illness, mental health issues, or physical or mental infirmity

Harm can happen anywhere — 🏠 at home, 🏘️ in the community, or 🏥 in care settings.

⚠️ Types of Harm

Harm can include:

• 💷 Financial harm – misuse of money, fraud, pressure around finances

• 🩹 Physical harm – assault or inappropriate restraint

• 💬 Emotional or psychological harm – threats, humiliation, intimidation

• 🚫 Neglect – lack of care, food, heating, or medical support

• 🔍 Self-neglect – when someone is unable to care for themselves

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts.

🗣️ Speak Up – You Might Be the Missing Piece

It can feel difficult to report a concern. You may think someone else has already done so.

But you could have the information that helps someone get the protection and support they need.

If you see something you’re worried about — please say something.

📞 How to Report a Concern

If you are worried that an adult is at risk of harm or neglect:

📍 Contact:

Your Voice Inverclyde
📞 01475 728628
📧 enquiries@yourvoice.org.uk

Alternatively:
📞 Police Scotland – 101
🚨 Call 999 if the person is in immediate danger

You do not need proof. You only need a concern.

All concerns are taken seriously.