Drop-in sessions on the agenda for Safeguarding Week

Manx Care shares full line-up of events for public, professionals and practitioners

A number of drop-in sessions are being held across the Island over the next few days to mark the third joint Adult and Children’s Safeguarding Week.

This year’s theme is ‘Safeguarding is everyone’s business’, and the line-up includes activities for professionals, practitioners and members of the public.

The Northern Wellbeing Partnership and Housing Team are hosting open drop-in sessions at Ramsey Town Hall tomorrow (Tuesday 18 November) between 10am-12pm.

Meanwhile, professionals and practitioners can share insight and enhance their learning during free training sessions hosted by the Isle of Man Safeguarding Board online or in-person at The Roundhouse and Keyll Darree.

Workshop sessions for safeguarding professionals include cyber safety, substance abuse, homelessness and neurodivergence. 

To book a workshop or for further information, contact safeguardingboard.co@gov.im

Lesley Walker, Independent Chair of the Isle of Man Safeguarding Board, said: "This year’s theme highlights the vital role each of us plays in recognising, reporting and responding to concerns. Safeguarding works best when individuals, communities and professionals all play their part.

"When we understand the signs and know how to act, we help create a safer Island for everyone. 

"By working together, we can ensure that people receive the protection and support they need, when they need it."

More details about workshops are at the safeguarding website.

Sessions for professionals and practitioners include:

• 17 November: ‘Hidden Harm and Substance Abuse’, The Roundhouse, 12.30pm-1.30pm, led by Thea Ozenturk from Motiv8.
• 17 November: ‘Trauma Informed Practise and ACEs’, The Roundhouse, 1.45pm-3.30pm, led by Dr Diamond Emmanuel from Acute Healthcare Division.
• 18 November: ‘Adult Safeguarding Carers Perspectives’, The Roundhouse, 10.30am-12pm, led by the Adult Safeguarding Team in collaboration with Crossroads.
• 18 November: ‘Cyber Safety for all’, online training, 2pm-3pm, led by Mike Haywood from OCSIA.
• 20 November: ‘Healthcare Access (Learning Disabilities and/or Neurodivergence)’, online training, 10.30am-1130am, led by Pete Corkhill from Adult Safeguarding Health.
• 21 November: ‘Mental Capacity Adult Safeguarding’, Keyll Darree, 9.30am-11.30am, led by Craig Nugent from Adult Safeguarding Health.
• 21 November: ‘Neurodivergence and Safeguarding’, Keyll Darree, 11.30am-12.30pm, led by Andy Hodkin, IOM Safeguarding Board.
• 21 November: ‘Homelessness Pathway’, Keyll Darree, 2pm-4pm, led by Chris Lever, Karen Wooding and Lisa Stevens (Community Workers) with special guest appearance by a Service User.