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MARM PODCAST Welcome to the IOWSAB MARM Podcast. This podcast will give you a brief overview of what MARM is, how it relates to Safeguarding, when it should be used,… Read more “Multi-Agency Risk Management (MARM) Podcast”

It’s a challenging time for older and vulnerable people living with domestic abuse. The concerning rise in abuse because of lockdown has been widely reported in the media, but much… Read more “Elder Abuse – Raising Awareness”

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2020 is held on the 15 June 2020, and is an annual international UN observance day on the same date each year. The day came… Read more “World Elder Abuse Day – 15 June 2020”

Read more “Friends Against Scams – Coronavirus Scams”

Isle of Wight Positive Minds NHS Isle of Wight Clinical Commissioning Group recognises that people may welcome some additional support where they may be worried or anxious about their mental… Read more “POSITIVE MINDS LAUNCH”

To view the Safeguarding Factsheet: Community volunteers during COVID-19 outbreak, please click here. Read more “Disclosure and Barring Service for Community Volunteers during Covid-19”

The Hampton Trust team is currently expanding their range of services to meet the increased need of their clients. They are aware of the increased risks for victims who are… Read more “The Hampton Trust – COVID-19”

A new helpline number is now available to support the Island’s most vulnerable residents affected by the coronavirus (Covid-19) self-isolation measures. People who do not have a local network of… Read more “New Helpline to support those at Risk”

Carers IW are working hard to ensure that people who are undertaking the vital non paid carer support role within our community are supported in this unprecedented time please find… Read more “CARERS IW – SUPPORT”

It hasn’t taken long for the scammers to try to cash in on the fear and concern surrounding the Coronavirus. Cyber criminals are targeting individuals as well as industries. In… Read more “IWASP Alert – SCAM MESSAGE”