If the concern did not occur in Southend, please refer to the relevant local authority.
If the person is in immediate risk of harm, please dial 999. However, if there is no immediate risk, but a police response is required as soon as possible due to the seriousness of the incident or potential loss of evidence, please dial 101.
Who is an adult at risk?
An adult in need of care and support who is at risk of abuse or neglect.
Safeguarding Statutory Guidance
If there are any risks to children, please refer to Children's Services C-SPOC Team:
Southend Children's Social Care
If you would like more information on Southend-on-Sea's Safeguarding process:
Adult Safeguarding Process
We are working with our system provider to be able to record all genders and pronouns.