"We all have the right to live our lives free from abuse"

It is recognised that certain groups of people may be more likely to experience abuse and less able to access services or support to keep themselves safe. One such group is people with community care needs. This group may include people with:-

• a learning / physical / sensory disability

• mental ill health or dementia

• frailty due to age

• acquired brain injury

• a drug / alcohol problem

• certain types of physical illness

• being unwell