Children and Young People’s National Diabetes Network, Social Care and Type 1 Diabetes working group
Supporting children, young people and families where there are safeguarding concerns can be complex and emotionally demanding work. Diabetes teams are often involved in situations where health needs, family circumstances and multi-agency decision-making intersect, and where outcomes may not always improve as expected.
Healthcare professionals have a clear duty to follow up safeguarding concerns and to escalate them when appropriate. Serious case reviews repeatedly highlight the risks that arise when concerns are not pursued, questions are not asked, or professional challenge is delayed. Being clear about expected outcomes for the child is essential in recognising when further action is needed.
The documents within this section of the website has been produced by the Children and Young People’s National Diabetes Network, Social Care and Type 1 Diabetes working group, to support diabetes professionals working with children, young people and families where there are safeguarding concerns.
With thanks to;
Working group lead Dr Keya Ali – Consultant Paediatrician
Emma Savage – CYP Yorkshire and Humber Diabetes Network
Joanne Elford – PDSN
Lesley Drummond – PDSN
Yvonne Stone – PDSN
Diana Yardley – PDSN
Annie Hannah – PDSN
Isma Nausheen – Specialist Senior Social Worker
Kirsty Hallam – Diabetes Youth Worker
Dr Lynn Diskin – Consultant Paediatrician
Dr Ambika Karthikeyan- Consultant Paediatrician
Dr William Ward – Consultant Paediatrician
Dr Fiona Regan- Consultant Paediatrician
Mary Owen – Principal Clinical Psychologist