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Sunday 12 April 2020

Identify other representative bodies and explain what they do. They could include: government departments, professional bodies, trade unions and/or consumer groups

Department of Health: Department of health regulates entire health and social care sector. They make regulations and legislations for health and social care.

Safeguarding Adults Board: The Surrey Safeguarding Adults Board helps and protects adults in Surrey who have care and support needs, and who is experiencing or at risk of abuse. They share information among all safeguarding agencies and monitor their actions regarding safeguarding issues.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS): This organization helps employers to check employees suitability to work with vulnerable adults and children.

Police: In some cases, police is the first point of contact to reporting safeguarding issue. They record, report, and prevent from further happening. They also provide advice about preventative measure.

Occupational Therapist: They engage with people in need to maintain skills for day to day activities and well-beings. They work with patients and families to adapt their environment, modify tasks, and use equipment to improve participation in all areas of daily living.