Safeguarding - Adult and Child Protection
At Pioneer we take the safety of all our patients very seriously. We are committed to protecting the most vulnerable in our society, especially children and vulnerable adults.
Our safeguarding lead for children in the practice is Dr Elaine Lunts and our safeguarding lead for vulnerable adults is Dr Daniel Hirsch.
Non-urgent advice: Children
If you are concerned about the welfare of a child, please visit the First Response website.
Non-urgent advice: Adults
If you are concerned about the safety of a vulnerable adult, please visit the Social Services website.
Emergency advice: Urgent
If you feel that someone is in immediate danger, please call 999.
Crying babies
- Infant crying is normal and it will stop! Babies start to cry more frequently from around 2 weeks of age.
- Comfort methods can sometimes soothe the baby and the crying will stop. Is the baby hungry, tired or in need of a nappy change?
- It’s okay to walk away if you have checked the baby is safe and the crying is getting to you. After a few minutes when you are feeling calm, go back and check on the baby.
- Never, ever shake or hurt a baby. It can cause lasting brain damage and death.
- For more information - ICON parents help
