Learn, Reflect, Prevent.

Strengthening Prevention Through Learning and Reflection.

Learning and reflective practice are at the heart of effective safeguarding. By taking time to learn new approaches and reflect on past experiences, we can identify risks earlier, improve decision making and create safer environments for adults. Reflection helps us understand what worked well and what could be improved, ensuring that prevention is proactive rather than reactive.

Learning from Safeguarding Adult Reviews

The purpose of a Safeguarding Adult Review (SAR) is to look at how multiple agencies can best work together to protect people and provide recommendations on how lessons can be learned from their experiences to improve practice and services. SARs highlight the importance of professional curiosity and timely intervention. For example:

Elaine SAR:

Elaine was an 88 year-old woman who had contact with a range of agencies in North Yorkshire. The report focusses on understanding issues that informed agency / professionals’ actions and what, if anything, prevented them from being able to properly help and protect Elaine from harm.

The full review can be read here and the author, Mike Ward, usefully explains the concept of executive capacity through a ‘One minute Guide’ and the accompanying recording.

Explore our Webinar Collection and NYSAB Resources

To support your learning journey, we’ve pulled together a collection of webinars and resources through North Yorkshire Safeguarding Adults Board (NYSAB). These materials cover key topics in safeguarding prevention strategies, and best practices. They’re designed to help professionals stay informed and confident in their roles.

• Find Safeguarding Week Resources and webinars here: NYSAB
• Practice Guidance here: NYSAB
• One Minute Guides here: NYSAB
• Our training offer here: NYSAB

Remember these are just some of our resources, explore our full website for more.

Share with your Teams

We encourage all partners to share these resources widely within their teams. By working together and promoting continuous learning, we can strengthen our collective ability to prevent harm and protect adults across North Yorkshire