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Home Invasion and Cuckooing: Recognising the Signs, Understanding the Risks and Responding Effectively

Learning from local and national safeguarding reviews continue to highlight the significant risks associated with cuckooing and the exploitation of adults with care and support needs. This Lunch and Learn session will help practitioners understand this form of abuse, recognise the warning signs, and respond effectively when concerns arise.

During this session we will explore:

✅ What cuckooing and home invasion are and how they occur

✅ Who may be most at risk of exploitation

✅ Common signs and indicators that professionals should be alert to

✅ The impact on adults, families and communities

✅ The new legislation relating to cuckooing and what it means for practice

✅ How to respond, report concerns and access support

✅ Available safeguarding pathways, guidance and resources

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the session participants will:

• Have increased awareness of cuckooing and home invasion.
• Be able to identify potential indicators of exploitation.
• Understand their role in recognising and responding to concerns.
• Know where to seek advice and support.
• Feel more confident in applying professional curiosity to safeguard adults at risk.

Who Should Attend?

This session is open to all professionals working across health, social care, housing, police, community safety, safeguarding, voluntary sector and commissioned services.

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