Abuse Awareness (vulnerable adults)

This half day course aims to raise the awareness of abuse and its effects on vulnerable adults. It is designed for those who want to have a greater understanding of this difficult subject and for staff working in a care environment, especially those responsible for personal care.

Course Aims
This course will help you to:Demonstrate an understanding of the 6 types of abuseRecognise various signs and symptomsPut measures in place to prevent it Know what to do if abuse is discovered / suspected

Course Objectives
How will we achieve the aims?Establish a definition of abuse, who is likely to be abused, by whom and whereExperience a practical exercise which identifies how people can be abusedIdentify what to look for (signs and symptoms)Consider what you should do if you discover or suspect abuse

Course Programme

Introductions and housekeepingParticipant IntroductionsCourse environment codeWhat abuse isCurrent statisticsThe three stages of life The 6 types of abuse How people can be abused Abuse - Where and by whom Institutional abuse What to do if you discover or suspect abuse How to prevent abuse