POVA/SOVA Level 2 & 3 (Protection of Vunerable Adults)

Protection of Vulnerable Adults Awareness / POVA (1/2 day)

This course is open to all personnel and covers all areas of abuse.

Designed to help you recognise the signs and the steps to take should you suspect abuse occurring. An invaluable course for all those working within all Healthcare environments ensuring people the freedom to live a life free from abuse.

Courses can be adapted to suit your needs and durations can be varied.

Course Structure:

Introduction and welcome

Explanation of the course
Tutor introduction to delegates (background)
Delegate introduction to each other
Paperwork

What do we understand as abuse?

Personal feelings

Values

Beliefs

Knowledge

Experience

The media

Define what is meant by abuse

Physical
Psychological / emotional
Financial / material
Neglect
Sexual
Institutional
Medication
Discriminatory

Factors that may lead to abuse

Identify ways in which we can prevent abuse

Managing disclosure

Do’s
Don’ts

Relevant law

Mental Health Act, 1983
Family Law Act, 1996
Race Relations Act, 1976
Public Interest Disclosure, 1998
Human Rights Act, 1998
Care Standards Act, 2000
No Secrets (England), 2000

Who might abuse – case study

Partner
Friend / neighbour
Professional staff
Volunteers
Other service users
People who deliberately exploit the vulnerable

Recognise factors which will contribute to abuse

Be aware of steps to take if you suspect abuse

The referral procedures

Who to report to

The ‘greater picture’

Confidentiality

Course evaluation