A Learning Review is a multi-agency review process. It aims to reflect, increase understanding and identify key learning in Adult Support and Protection. In order to support effective Learning Reviews, Aberdeen Adult Protection Committee have created this…
Categories: Learning Reviews, Participation
The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 defines 'adults at risk' as individuals, aged 16 years or over, who:
are unable to safeguard themselves, their property, rights or other interests;
are at risk of harm; and
because they are affected…
Categories: Legislation
This form is used in Angus for recording initial inquiries and investigations. It makes clear the delineation between initial adult protection inquiries and full adult protection investigations. It is used by all council officers in Angus. Includes a…
Categories: Forms and templates, Chronologies
A powerpoint presentation explaining commonly-used terms such as capacity, supported decision-making, significantly impaired decision-making ability (SIDMA) and ability to safeguard. There are 23 slides in total.
Categories: Service improvement, Decision-making, Adults with Incapacity
A course explaining the role of Large Scale Investigations (LSIs) within the context of Adult Support and Protection in Scotland. The resource primarily consists of video interviews with experts and professionals who share their knowledge and experience…
Categories: Large Scale Investigations, Care providers, Legislation
An online learning resource which supports the participation of adults and carers throughout the Adult Support and Protection process.
This is a completely updated version of a handbook from 2011, Working Together in Adult Support and Protection (…
Categories: Participation
