We’re pleased to share a new multi-agency resource to support practitioners in recognising and responding to cumulative harm. This document highlights how repeated experiences – such as neglect, trauma, or adverse circumstances – can build over time and significantly impact a child or adult’s wellbeing. It provides practical guidance to help professionals identify patterns, assess risk, and take a coordinated, trauma-informed approach to safeguarding.

Whether you’re working directly with families or supporting wider services, this resource promotes early intervention, professional curiosity, and effective multi-agency working. We encourage all partners to read and embed this guidance into practice.

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Recognising and Responding to the Impact of Cumulative Harm – A Guide for Practitioners