Little research has been done regarding the physical abuse of adults at risk of harm in England, despite this being the second most common type of abuse reported nationally.
The webinar is based on a thematic analysis of safeguarding adult reviews for physical abuse. We will explore practical ways frontline professionals can prevent serious physical abuse among those they support.
If your safeguarding experience tells you that something is wrong, then it’s vitally important that you trust your instincts.
Date: Thursday 20 November 2025
Time: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Online
Cost: Free
Dr Elisabeth Alton
Dr Elisabeth Alton is a Named GP for Safeguarding Adults at the Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership. She holds a Master’s degree in Safeguarding Adults, Law, Policy and Procedure from Keele University. She began her Doctorate of Professional Practice at Teesside University in 2021.
Her research focuses on potential non-accidental injuries in adults. Elisabeth is safeguarding lead for the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine. Elisabeth’s passion for forensic examination in adult safeguarding emerged from her involvement in Safeguarding Adult Reviews, where injury-related cases highlighted a stark disparity between services for adults and children.
She is currently the Clinical Lead for a pilot project in the Humber region, delivering forensic medical examinations for adults at risk of harm. Elisabeth has also supported the Ann Craft Trust as a trustee for the last three years.