Event in Inverness aims to protect vulnerable adults from financial harm. Learn how to spot and prevent abuse.
They want people to watch out for vulnerable adults. These adults could face financial abuse. The Highland Adult Committee planned Adult Protection Day. It occurs at Culloden-Balloch Baptist Church in Inverness.
The focus is stopping financial harm. It also aims to protect vulnerable adults. Financial harm includes theft, fraud, and pressure to sign over assets. Rogue traders, online scammers, and misuse of benefits also count.
Illness, trauma, and mental health issues can increase financial harm risk. Physical health conditions pose similar risks.
The event helps people learn about financial harm. Spotting it, knowing who to contact, and preventing it from happening is key. Professionals and the public are welcome.
Councillor Fraser says the council supports the event. This committee aims to protect vulnerable adults. People should report suspected financial harm.
Contact Advice Direct Scotland at 0808 164 600; they partner with Trading Standards. For family-related harm, call Police Scotland at 101. The event is from 10 AM to 3 PM.