In light of reported abuse of people with learning disabilities at Orchard Hill in South London, this article looks at how service providers can be sure they are best protecting service users. The national charity Choice Support called in expert help to gain advice from the Ann Craft Trust, Voice UK and Respond. The charities, part of an adult protection alliance, were commissioned to carry out a review of polices and procedure systems; to train key staff, and review and monitor service user’s subsequent experiences.
In light of reported abuse of people with learning disabilities at Orchard Hill in South London, this article looks at how service providers can be sure they are best protecting service users. The national charity Choice Support called in expert help to gain advice from the Ann Craft Trust, Voice UK and Respond. The charities, part of an adult protection alliance, were commissioned to carry out a review of polices and procedure systems; to train key staff, and review and monitor service user’s subsequent experiences.
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learning disabilities, prevention, residential care, supported living, safeguarding adults, adults;