Safeguarding Training & Events
VisAble is a leading provider of Safeguarding training for professionals. We offer training ranging from 2-hours to full-day sessions. These can be done online or in-person.
See the trainings we offer below. Our training team is happy to develop training to meet each organisation’s individual needs, and our training modules can be adapted and combined so they are fit for purpose.
To make a booking or an enquiry, please complete the enquiry form below.
Safeguarding adults from abuse
3-DAY FOUNDATIONAL WORKSHOP
Designed for professionals. In this foundational course, learn how to identify, plan, and respond. Teams of up to 20 people.
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Includes:
Up to 4-hour co-design session to shape the content for your group
All materials and preparation
Up to two facilitators
Three full days (six hours each day) of engaging training, including:
Recognising the signs of abuse, neglect, and coercion in various contexts
Safeguarding approaches for working with disabled adults
Understanding and applying supported decision-making and rights-based frameworks
Culturally grounded responses that uphold mana, respect autonomy, and promote safety
Interactive activities, group discussion, and scenario-based learning
Bonus practical lesson on creating a safety plan
In-person training will incur extra costs such as catering, venue, travel, and accommodation if required.
Safeguarding adults from abuse
1-DAY REFRESHER WORKSHOP
Designed for professional teams who have had previous safeguarding of adults training.
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This 1-day refresher workshop includes:
Up to 2-hour co-design session (tailored to your needs)
All materials and preparation
Up to two facilitators
A full-day (6 hours) refresher session covering:
How to recognise and respond to abuse, neglect, and coercion
Practical updates on safeguarding in community and service settings, particularly for people with learning disabilities
Reviewing the principles of supported decision-making
Upholding the rights, mana, and safety of disabled adults
Case examples and real-life reflection to reconnect with best practice
In-person training will incur extra costs such as catering, venue, travel, and accommodation if required.
Safeguarding adults from abuse
POST-WORKSHOP SUPPORT PACKAGE
Packages designed for teams or individuals who have completed previous training.
1. Follow-Up Consultations ($450 + GST for three follow up sessions)
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1. Follow-Up Consultations
($450 + GST for 3 follow up sessions)3x one-hour follow-up sessions (monthly, or spaced to suit your needs)
To discuss implementation progress, troubleshoot challenges, and offer tailored advice
Available via video call
Opportunity to review organisational policies, documents, or cases (anonymised) in light of training principles
With on-demand email/message support
Access to facilitators via email for responsive support (within agreed timeframes, e.g. 2–3 business days)
For clarifying concepts, asking about real-life dilemmas, or guidance on adapting tools/resources
2. Resource building/updating
(Cost to be determined)Access to a curated resource library or digital toolkit
Templates for safeguarding plans
Checklists, reflection tools, quick-reference guides
Culturally responsive resources or reading materials
Updates if there are new policies, case law, or best practice guidance released during the three month package
3. Community of Practice or Peer Reflection
(Cost to be determined)Optional facilitation of a peer-reflection or community; safeguarding practice session (online)
Encourages teams to reflect on what’s working, raise questions, and learn from each other
Facilitated to maintain focus and safety
4. Implementation Planning Support
(Cost to be determined)Help reviewing or creating an internal action plan based on training content
How to embed key principles into practice
Setting goals for staff, policy updates, or process changes
Identifying internal champions or change agents
Attend/co-facilitate safeguarding hui
5. Brief End-of-Support Summary Report
($300 + GST)A short summary report capturing:
Themes raised in follow-up sessions
Notable progress or needs identified
Recommendations for next steps or future training
In-person training will incur extra costs such as catering, venue, travel, and accommodation if required.
2. Resource building/updating (Cost to be determined)
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Access to a curated resource library or digital toolkit
Templates for safeguarding plans
Checklists, reflection tools, quick-reference guides
Culturally responsive resources or reading materials
Updates if there are new policies, case law, or best practice guidance released during the three month package
3. Community of Practice or Peer Reflection
(Cost to be determined)Optional facilitation of a peer-reflection or community; safeguarding practice session (online)
Encourages teams to reflect on what’s working, raise questions, and learn from each other
Facilitated to maintain focus and safety
4. Implementation Planning Support
(Cost to be determined)Help reviewing or creating an internal action plan based on training content
How to embed key principles into practice
Setting goals for staff, policy updates, or process changes
Identifying internal champions or change agents
Attend/co-facilitate safeguarding hui
5. Brief End-of-Support Summary Report
($300 + GST)A short summary report capturing:
Themes raised in follow-up sessions
Notable progress or needs identified
Recommendations for next steps or future training
In-person training will incur extra costs such as catering, venue, travel, and accommodation if required.
3. Community of Practice or Peer Reflection (Cost to be determined)
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Optional facilitation of a peer-reflection or community; safeguarding practice session (online)
Encourages teams to reflect on what’s working, raise questions, and learn from each other
Facilitated to maintain focus and safety
4. Implementation Planning Support
(Cost to be determined)Help reviewing or creating an internal action plan based on training content
How to embed key principles into practice
Setting goals for staff, policy updates, or process changes
Identifying internal champions or change agents
Attend/co-facilitate safeguarding hui
5. Brief End-of-Support Summary Report
($300 + GST)A short summary report capturing:
Themes raised in follow-up sessions
Notable progress or needs identified
Recommendations for next steps or future training
In-person training will incur extra costs such as catering, venue, travel, and accommodation if required.
4. Implementation Planning Support (Cost to be determined)
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Help reviewing or creating an internal action plan based on training content
How to embed key principles into practice
Setting goals for staff, policy updates, or process changes
Identifying internal champions or change agents
Attend/co-facilitate safeguarding hui
5. Brief End-of-Support Summary Report
($300 + GST)A short summary report capturing:
Themes raised in follow-up sessions
Notable progress or needs identified
Recommendations for next steps or future training
In-person training will incur extra costs such as catering, venue, travel, and accommodation if required.
5. Brief End-of-Support Summary Report ($300 + GST)
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A short summary report capturing:
Themes raised in follow-up sessions
Notable progress or needs identified
Recommendations for next steps or future training
In-person training will incur extra costs such as catering, venue, travel, and accommodation if required.
Safeguarding adults from abuse custom or additional training
Our training team is happy to develop training to meet each organisation’s individual needs. Our training modules can be adapted and combined so they are fit for purpose.
Online training or consultation starts from $250 + GST per hour
In-person training will incur extra costs such as catering, venue, travel, and accommodation if required.
Funding
If funding presents a barrier for your agency or people involved, there are several external funding sources that may be able to assist. These organisations offer grants that can support community initiatives, education, and development programmes:
Frozen Funds Charitable Trust – publictrust.co.nz
Offers funding to charitable and community-based initiatives that align with their objectives.
Annette Presley Foundation – annettepresley.co.nz
Supports initiatives focused on empowering individuals and communities, especially women and young people.
Spectrum Foundation – spectrumfoundation.co.nz
Provides funding and support for programs aimed at improving outcomes for people with disabilities and their communities.
Social Investment Agency – Social Investment Fund – sia.govt.nz
Funds projects aimed at delivering better social outcomes through evidence-based, community-led solutions.
Need to talk pricing?
If the costs listed are a barrier for your organisation or group, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
We’re happy to discuss your needs and explore how we can deliver a service that works for you. Let’s book a time to kōrero.
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