Safeguarding Statement

At You First Support Services we are committed to ensuring the safety, dignity and well-being of every person we support. We recognise our responsibility to safeguard adults with learning disabilities, autism or mental health needs from abuse, neglect, harm or exploitation. The welfare of people we support is paramount.

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Our Approach

• We adopt a person-centred approach: everyone supported by You First has the right to be listened to, to be involved in decisions about their support, and to feel safe and respected.
• We promote a culture of openness and transparency, where concerns can be raised without fear and will be taken seriously.
• We recruit, train and support staff so that they are aware of safeguarding issues, know how to recognise signs of abuse or neglect, understand professional boundaries and how to report concerns.
• We work in partnership with people who support our clients — families, friends, advocates, commissioners and other professionals — to ensure safeguarding arrangements are effective.
• We regularly review our safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current legislation and best practice.

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Summary

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. At You First Support Services we are committed to creating a safe, respectful environment in which people we support can thrive and feel secure. If you have any questions, concerns or suggestions regarding this page or our safeguarding practices, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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