houghton and Kingmoor church

Safeguarding

Promoting a Safer Church

At Houghton and Kingmoor we work hard to maintain a safe environment for all.  We are committed to implementing the House of Bishops’ safeguarding policies and good practice guidance.

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If you have any concerns or enquiries regarding safeguarding, please contact our Parish Safeguarding Officer or the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser – see contact details below.

Parish Safeguarding Officer: Jayne Brown
Email: safeguarding@hkchurch.org.uk


Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser:  Joanna Van Lachterop 
Email: safeguarding.adviser@carlislediocese.org.uk
Tel: 07458 016884


Out of Hours Support: If Jayne or Joanna are unavailable

  • If you are concerned that an adult is being abused, or at risk, you should report it by contacting Adult Social Care, Cumberland Council.  Emergency Out of Hours – 01228 526690
  • If you are concerned about a child or young person, please contact the Cumberland Safeguarding Hub on 0333 240 1727
  • If you believe that a child or adult is in immediate danger or requires medical attention, call the emergency services on 999.

Helplines:

  • NSPCC Child Protection Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are worried about a child and need advice or guidance on what to do.
  • Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are a child or young person and are worried about anything.
  • National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are experiencing domestic abuse or need help to report.
  • Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours). Phone if you feel you are struggling to cope and need someone to talk to.
  • Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 0808 808 8141 (free phone Monday to Friday 9-5pm)
  • Victim Support Cumbria: 0300 303 0157.  Emotional and practical advice to help people affected by crime in Cumbria.
  • LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0800 999 5428 
  • Men’s Advice Line: 0808 801 0327
  • Age UK Advice Line: 0800 678 1602