A HELPLINE for people to report abuse in care homes has an uncertain future, after its trial received just 12 calls.
In October, Essex County Council joined forces with groups including Action on Elder Abuse and the Essex Vulnerable Adult Protection Committee to launch the helpline.
The helpline was set up in conjunction with 20 care homes throughout the county for six months.
Despite only receiving 12 calls during the pilot, Paul Bedwell, development manager for the Essex Safeguarding Adult Board, said it had been a useful experience.
Mr Bedwell said data from the line would now be reviewed to decide whether to continue it, or extend a similar scheme nationwide.
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