Worried about someone?

 Children and young people

Are you worried about your own safety?
Are you worried about the safety of a child or young person?

Phone us on 0191 424 5010 (office hours) or 0191 456 2093 (out of office hours).

Adults

Are you worried about your own safety?
Are you worried about the safety of another adult?

Phone us on 0845 130 4959.

Anybody can contact us:

  • The person who is being abused or neglected, or who is at risk
  • Their family
  • Friends and neighbours
  • Someone working for the council, the health service or a voluntary organisation

We can help children and adults who may have been neglected, abused or harmed physically, sexually or financially.

If you're not sure whether to contact us, see: