Safe Places
Adults with learning disabilities are sometimes singled out when socialising and are then open to being exploited, made fun of or intimidated. This network of 'Safe Places' therefore ensures individuals with learning disabilities have a trusted and much needed place they can go if they are feeling vulnerable or scared when they are out.
A range of additional Safe Places are based in community locations such as community centres, travel networks and shops, and there are a series of engagement events with the local community and through specialist organisations working with higher risk groups.
By putting this scheme in place, it is hoped that individuals with learning disabilities and autism feel more confident about accessing their community and enjoying their life on the island to the full, knowing that support can be located if they are feeling vulnerable.
As well as the phone app, each venue has a prominently displayed sticker in the window. Each Safe Place is a trusted location where people can feel safe to ask for assistance.
Head to www.safeplacesiow.com to see an up to date list of Safe Place venues on the Island. The Independent Support Centre at Bernard Way is registered as a Safe Place.
