Our stories

Throughout Scotland, adults are at risk from all kinds of harm. Harm can be physical, psychological, financial or sexual. Harm can also mean neglect.

These stories describe some kinds of harm that people may experience. They do not cover all the possible situations where the Act can help.

Neglect

I was really worried about my neighbour. Old Jim on the corner. I used to see him out, shuffling along with his stick.

All my life my Dad’s been hard on me. Since I was a kid he shouted a lot. Told me I was useless.

I was just a girl when I was put in care. It wasn’t easy. But I’m eighteen now. And ready to live my life.

Mum and Dad got married in 1959. That’s over 50 years together. Three children and eight grandchildren later, you’d think they’d be happy.

My daughter got herself into debt. At first I was happy to help out. Well, I was a bit worried.