Our Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults Policy

Report - 3 October 2022

The purpose of this policy is to outline the duty and responsibilities of staff, Board members and volunteers in relation to the protection of vulnerable adults from abuse.

Connected Together Community Interest Company (CTCIC) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults engaged in its activities.

All adults have the right to be safe from harm and should be able to live free from fear of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

The key objectives of this policy are to:

• explain the responsibilities CTCIC and its staff and volunteers have in respect of vulnerable adult protection

• provide staff and volunteers with an overview of vulnerable adult protection

• provide a clear procedure that will be implemented where vulnerable adult protection issues arise

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Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
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