Most adults and older people with mental illness, physical or learning disabilities or other special needs manage to live their lives comfortably and securely, either independently or with assistance from caring relatives, friends, neighbours, professionals or volunteers. However, for a small number, dependence on someone may produce conflict, exploitation and abuse. If you are worried about the way someone is being treated, please see Protecting Vulnerable Adults - Ensuring Rights and Preventing Abuse for guidance and information.  Contact a social worker or the police immediately.

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