Making Safeguarding Personal (often called MSP) is about putting you at the centre of safeguarding.
If you are worried about abuse, neglect, or feel unsafe, safeguarding should not just be something that is “done to you”. It should be done with you, based on what matters to you.
This means:
The aim is to help you feel safer while respecting your independence, choices, and wellbeing.
If you are involved in a safeguarding concern, you should expect:
To be listened to
You will be asked what is important to you and what you want to happen.
To have a say in decisions
Where possible, you will be involved in deciding what support or action is taken.
To feel safe and supported
You will receive help to stay safe and reduce risks in a way that works for you.
To be treated with dignity and respect
Your values, wishes and lifestyle will be respected throughout.
Everyone’s situation is different. Your outcomes might include:
Safeguarding is about what matters to you, not just following a process.
You may be offered extra support to help you take part, such as:
If you find it difficult to make decisions and have no one to support you, an independent advocate may be arranged to help represent your views.
