Alzheimer’s Society Virtual Support Group in Essex
This online support group has been set up for people who have loved ones with dementia in a care home. This is an Essex initiative so is available to Thurrock people. Alzheimer’s Society…
Have we learned the lessons from Steven Hoskin’s murder?
Steven Hoskin was tortured and murdered by people who targeted him because of his learning disabilities. The serious case review into Steven’s murder found there had been serious failings by the…
Alcohol Change Uk – The Blue Light Project
The Blue Light Project is targeted at individuals who are treatment resistant (not both drugs and alcohol) who have complex needs and are some of the most risky, vulnerable and costly individuals in…
ADASS Eastern Region Learning Support Document Self-Neglect and Hoarding
This document was funded by the ADASS (Association of Directors of Adult Social Services) Eastern Region in 2019. It is aimed primarily at adult social services social work practitioners and managers…
Safeguarding Is Everyone’s Business
No child or adult should be made to feel unsafe. Everyone has a right to be safe from harm and abuse. All of us have a role to play in safeguarding, never more so than during COVID-19. You can find…
A Message From Thurrocks Safeguarding Adults Board Chair
Here is a video message from the Thurrock Safeguarding Adults Board Chair Jim Nicolson on what to do if you have any safeguarding adult concerns.
Royal College of Nursing Guidance on Remote Consultations
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) recognise that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has led to unprecedented demand on health care services. This has meant there is a need for increased use of…
Adult Safeguarding and Homelessness: a briefing on positive practice
Adult Safeguarding and Homelessness: a briefing on positive practice The purpose of this briefing is to assist senior leaders, such as members of Safeguarding Adults Boards (SABs), as well as…
Chief Social Worker’s Annual Report 2020
The sixth annual report from the Chief Social Workers for Adults in England reviews progress to improve social work skills and practice and sets out national priorities for the coming year. The…
Coronavirus Scams: Read it, Share it, Prevent it
Share this information with friends and family to make sure we are all #scamaware about #coronavirus Friends Against Scams Training has been updated to include information about coronavirus…
