TMSTC is committed to ensuring that vulnerable people who use our services are not abused and that working practices minimise the risk of such abuse. Staff, Volunteers & Trustees of TMSTC have a duty to identify abuse and report it.
1. Definition
1.1 Vulnerable Adults are people over 18 years of age who are receiving or may need help and support services to live in the community. Vulnerable Adults may be unable to take care of themselves and unable to protect themselves from harm or exploitation by other people.
1.2 Abuse can include:
1.3 Abuse can take place in any setting, public or private and can be perpetuated by anyone.
2. Rights & Responsibilities
2.1 Responsibilities of TMSTC
2.2 Responsibilities of TMSTC Staff and Volunteers
3. Support for those who report abuse
3.1 All those making a complaint or allegation or expressing concern, whether they are staff, volunteers, service users, carers or members of the general public, should be reassured that:
4. The Vulnerable Adult has the right:
We are also committed to reviewing our policy and good practice bi annually or as is required.
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