Last week we held our SAB Development Day, focused on a Mental Capacity Act update, multi-agency meetings and escalation processes.
These are key areas we want to strengthen based on learning. It was a great day with strong engagement across our partners and lots of discussion!🗣️
Self-neglect is a safeguarding concern. This short video explains what self-neglect is, why it happens, and how we can all play a part in offering support.
#SafeguardingAdults #Self-neglect
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Christmas can be a joyful time, but for many adults it can also be a time of loneliness and isolation.
If you or someone you know is feeling alone, remember: support is available and reaching out can make a difference. To report concerns call📞: 0300 131 2131 #safeguarding
We have just launched our December Newsletter 🎄which highlights some important topics about learning, keeping safe at Christmas and celebrates the success of National Safeguarding Week 2025! Check it out 👉 safeguardingadults.co.uk/news/nysab-n...
Image of annual report front cover. At the top is the North Yorkshire Safeguarding adults logo, underneath is the title North Yorkshire Safeguarding Adults Board Annual Report 2024/2025. The image shows lots of animated people all stood in a crowd. Underneath is the title 'Making safeguarding everybody's business in North Yorkshire'
✅ We’re proud to share our North Yorkshire Safeguarding Adults Board Annual Report for last year (24/25)!
It highlights all the work we’ve done together to help keep adults safe.
📄 Full report here: safeguardingadults.co.uk/about-us/ann...
🔍A one-page summary and easy-read version will follow soon.
We have published a Safeguarding Adults Review following the tragic death of ‘Marie’. This is an opportunity for reflection, learning and action to help prevent this from happening again.
Read our blog: safeguardingadults.co.uk/news/learnin... or full review: safeguardingadults.co.uk/learning-res...
We are supporting #GriefAwarenessWeek, led by the @goodgrieftrust.
Grief can affect mental health, physical health and wellbeing. Support those who are grieving and find helpful signposting at the Good Grief Trust: www.thegoodgrieftrust.org
#SafeguardingAdults
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On the last day of #SafeguardingAdultsWeek we want to shine a spotlight 🌟on examples of good practice to illustrate what we mean by “safer cultures”. We want to hear stories of positive outcomes and exciting initiatives.
If you have anything to share, please get in touch! 🗨️
Photograph of Sam our safeguarding champion alongside NHS workers in front of a noticeboard with leaflets and information about safeguarding at Harrogate Hospital.
As #SafeguardingAdultsWeek draws to a close, we’re reflecting on what Prevention really means. It’s about community, connection and compassion.
Let’s keep the conversations going and make every week safeguarding week. 💙
#SafeguardingAdultsWeek #NYSAB #Prevention
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Today’s all about how we can build our courage and resilience as individuals to speak out. To do this, we will look at organisational and individual tools that help develop supportive cultures in which good safeguarding practices can thrive. #safeguarding #safeguardingweek
Photograph of Sally, Manager of the Safeguarding Adults Board, sat in front of a desk with a microphone with the York Mix Radio logo above her head.
As part of #SafeguardingAdultsWeek our Business Manager Sally Lichfield was interviewed on behalf of both the York and North Yorkshire SABs.🎧 Talking about what safeguarding is, the theme of prevention and how to report concerns. Check it out here 👉 safeguardingadults.co.uk/news/yorkmix...
The team were out and about again today as part of #SafeguardingAdultsWeek, this time at @scarboroughlibrary.bsky.social 📚
We had some great conversations with people about keeping people safe and gathering feedback plus everyone loved our spinning wheel! 🎡
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Discover how empathy, co-production & positive risk-taking shape trauma-informed care. Build confidence to empower individuals. This can support staff to feel confident in enabling and empowering. Join free #SafeguardingAdultsWeek webinars & access learning resources nationwide! 🌎
Want to learn more about preventing abuse and neglect❓💻
Explore free #SafeguardingAdultsWeek webinars and learning materials from across the country.
Join sessions via the national SAB collection here: safeguardingsouthend.co.uk/national-saf...
#SafeguardingAdultsWeek #Safeguarding #Prevention
Prevention starts with small actions.
• Checking in on a neighbour.
• Noticing when someone seems withdrawn.
• Offering support early.
We can prevent abuse and neglect.
Learn more 👉 safeguardingadults.co.uk/learning-research/safeguarding-week-resources/
#SafeguardingAdultsWeek #PreventionInAction
Fantastic to see so many people at Harrogate Hospital yesterday learning how we can all prevent abuse and neglect.
Thank you to Sam and all our partners who joined us in raising awareness.
#SafeguardingAdultsWeek #NYSAB #Prevention
👋 Meet Sam, our NYSAB Keeping Safe Champion. Sam is passionate about helping others understand how to stay safe and speak up.
Come and say hello to Sam at our stand this afternoon at Harrogate Hospital!
#SafeguardingAdultsWeek #LivedExperience #PreventionInAction
It’s #NationalSafeguardingAdultsWeek!
This year’s theme is Prevention – spotting the signs early, starting conversations, and acting before harm happens.
Find resources, webinars, and local info here 👉 NYSAB
#SafeguardingAdultsWeek #Safeguarding #PreventionInAction
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National Safeguarding week starts next week! 💚
Come and meet members of the Safeguarding Adults Board who will be out and about in the following places, sharing information and maybe even some prizes! 🏆 #safeguardingadults #safeguarding
Today is #WorldKindnessDay. In safeguarding adults kindness isn’t just a nice gesture, it’s a powerful tool for prevention and protection. A simple act like listening, checking in and sharing support can help prevent harm and protect those at risk. #SafeguardingAdults
1 Week to go until #SafeguardingWeek2025
This years theme is prevention🛡️Act before abuse.
There will be a number of training opportunities for partners. You can visit Ann Craft Trust website to find out more!
www.anncrafttrust.org/events/safeg...
This week is #OccupationalTherapyWeek, highlighting the difference Occupational Therapists make by empowering adults to live safely and independently! 🙌
In North Yorkshire our teams have been out and about across the county, raising the profile of this amazing profession!
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Congratulations to all involved in these services
@nysab.bsky.social
Join Community First Yorkshire for training that helps equip trustees and management committees with the knowledge and confidence to address safeguarding concerns, creating safe, welcoming environments for the people your organisation supports.
www.communitysupportny.org.uk/event/safegu...
The team were out again yesterday, this time at the York & North Yorkshire Hate Crime Conference! Discussing how hate crime against disabled people is vastly underreported. Many face barriers to speaking out so we must listen, support and act. #HateCrimeAwareness #HelpNotHateNY
As part of #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek 2025 The NYC Safeguarding Team attended an event at Northallerton Town Hall organised by Mencap in partnership with North Yorkshire Community Safety Hub to talk about hate crime, safeguarding and sharing information about local services available in Northallerton.
#HateCrimeAwarenessWeek
Partners across York and North Yorkshire are working together to tackle Hate Crime.
Visit Hate Crime Awareness Week 2025 | www.nypartnerships.org.uk/hcawcsp #HelpNotHateNY
Today is World Homelessness Day.
People who are rough sleeping are often at greater risk of abuse, neglect and exploitation.
If you’re worried about someone, or need help yourself, visit 👉 www.northyorks.gov.uk/housing-and-...
