Most adults in Northern Ireland live independent, comfortable and secure lives free from exploitation and neglect. However, there are some adults who, because of their situation or circumstances, may have been harmed or may be at risk of harm. Health and Social Care (HSC) agencies play a lead role in preventing, detecting and providing protection to adults at risk of harm.
Adult safeguarding is the term used for activities which prevent harm from taking place, and which protects adults at risk (where harm has occurred or is likely to occur without intervention).
For more information please visit our Adult Safeguarding website here.