Southend-on-Sea Borough Council

Frequently Asked Questions: Protection of vulnerable adults

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Protection of vulnerable adults FAQs

Q: Who is a vulnerable adult?

Q: What is abuse?

Q: Where can abuse happen?

Answer:

Abuse can happen anywhere at any time.  It could be:

  • At home.
  • At a day centre, residential home or college.
  • At a friend's house.
  • In a hospital.
  • Somewhere a person spends their free time.
  • In the street or public place.

Q: Who could Abuse?

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