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Everyone has the right to be treated with respect and dignity and no one should have to suffer abuse. The earlier you report abuse, the less harm someone will suffer.
Together with our partners, the police work to make sure priority support to given to any vulnerable person at risk.
A person can be considered vulnerable if they:
People are often more at risk of abuse if they’re isolated, dependent on someone (such as a carer), have memory problems or difficulty communicating.
Most vulnerable people will never come into contact with the police but for those that do, we've developed the 'At Risk of Going Missing' form with Kent Search and Rescue and Kent Fire and Rescue Service. Download a copy below, fill in and keep in a safe place.
Abuse can take many forms for example; physical, psychological, financial or sexual and can happen anywhere - at home, in a nursing home, at hospital, or in public. Although it can be carried out by strangers, it is usually someone known to the victim.
What to look out for:
This form is completed by next of kin/carers and should be available to give to emergency responders if necessary. It's an invaluable tool to search teams offering vital information at an early stage of the investigation.
Safeguarding Adult Reviews (what they are and how to make a referral)
The KMSAB (Kent and Medway Safeguarding Adults Board) - www.kmsab.org.uk/