Safeguarding Policy
Last updated: 19/05/26
Sambhana Care Ltd is committed to protecting the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all individuals who use our services. We follow the Care Act 2014, CQC regulations, and local authority safeguarding procedures.
1. Our Safeguarding Principles
We follow the six principles of safeguarding:
- Empowerment – supporting individuals to make their own decisions
- Prevention – taking action before harm occurs
- Proportionality – responding appropriately to the level of risk
- Protection – supporting those in greatest need
- Partnership – working with local authorities and professionals
- Accountability – being transparent and responsible
2. What We Safeguard Against
We protect individuals from:
- Physical abuse
- Emotional or psychological abuse
- Financial abuse
- Neglect or self‑neglect
- Sexual abuse
- Discriminatory abuse
- Domestic abuse
- Organisational abuse
3. How We Keep People Safe
We ensure:
- All staff are DBS‑checked
- Staff receive regular safeguarding training
- Concerns are reported immediately
- Care plans include risk assessments
- We work closely with families and professionals
4. Reporting a Concern
If you have a safeguarding concern, contact us immediately:
Telephone: 01474 358021 Email: [Insert email]
If someone is in immediate danger, call 999.
5. External Contacts
Kent & Medway Safeguarding Adults Board Website: https://www.kent.gov.uk/social-care-and-health (kent.gov.uk in Bing)
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Telephone: 03000 616161