Everyone has the right to live safely and free from abuse, harassment, or neglect. We take all concerns seriously and work to protect children, adults, and families who may be at risk.

Our Think Family Safeguarding Service supports staff who work with children, families, and adults at risk. At times, we may also have contact with patients across the service where our advice has been requested. We offer clear guidance, training, supervision, and support to ensure staff feel confident and equipped to keep people safe.

We also work closely with colleagues in our local councils to help maintain a safe and healthy community.

If a child or adult is in immediate danger, call 999.

If a crime has been committed but there is no immediate danger, call 101.

Our Teams

• Safeguarding Adults Team
• Safeguarding Children Team
• Maternity Safeguarding Team
• Children in Care Team
• Domestic and Sexual Abuse Support Team (Hospital Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advisors – HIDSVA)

Contact Details

The service is available for frontline staff only.

Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Leadership Team:

• Associate Chief Nurse for Safeguarding: Carlene Baines
• Operational Head of Safeguarding: Teresa Dias
• Named Nurse for Children: Lindsey Richards
• Named Nurse for Adults: Amy Booth
• Named Nurse for Children in Care: Alison Jones
• Named Midwife for Safeguarding: Kerry Ryan

Additional Information:

Wigan Children’s Service (24-hours): 01942 828300
Wigan Adult’s Service (24-hours): 01942 828777