Adult Support and Protection

Fife Council Social Work, NHS Fife, and Police Scotland P Division work in partnership to keep people safe from harm.

We have a duty to inquire and investigate cases where harm is known or suspected.  Staff work closely with the adult at risk to decide together what action is best.

If appropriate, the family of the adult at risk will also be involved in the decision-making.

Information for people who use British Sign Language or have hearing loss

People who use British Sign Language or who have a hearing loss can use the Emergency SMS service.  Details of how to register for this service are available here.

If it is not an emergency – contact the Police 24 hour SMS number or Fife Council’s SMS number 07781 480 185  (this service is available 8 am - 8 pm).

Both these SMS services require the user to register.

The Police SMS number will be sent to you upon registration.  Use the  Police SMS Registration Form and Fife Council SMS Registration Form to register.

Information in British Sign Language (BSL):

• Neglect - Susan’s story
  
  
• Mate crime - Bert’s story 
  
  
• Financial harm - Isla’s story 
  
  
• Physical harm - David’s story 
  
  
• Scams - Paula’s story
  
  

The festive period will be very different for everyone this year and it might feel overwhelming. It can be difficult to deal with  extra stress and keep yourself well. Coronavirus restrictions and festive closures may mean the places where you get support at other times of the year are not available or have different opening hours.

This is why the Adult Support and Protection Committee in partnership with Fife Alcohol and Drug Partnership have created a handy guide to help people cope over the festive period.

The ‘Staying Safe and Keeping Well’ booklet contains useful tips and information which anyone in Fife can use when trying to cope with difficult times.  The booklet is another step by the Adult Support and Protection Committee in their continuing effort to raise awareness of support available in the Kingdom and ensure people stay safe and well, now and throughout the rest of the year.

Remember you are not on your own. There are many reasons some people need just a bit more of a helping hand, and we want you to know that in these uncertain times it’s OK to reach out for support.

The information is downloadable as a 44-page Booklet.