Sheffield Adult Safeguarding Partnership

Herbert Protocol - Vulnerable People at Risk of Going Missing

What is the Herbert Protocol?

South Yorkshire Police have a brilliant information gathering tool called the Herbert Protocol. The Herbert Protocol is an information gathering tool used for early intervention and to reduce the risk around vulnerable people with Dementia or Alzheimer's who may be at risk of going missing.

Carers, family or friends of a vulnerable person, or the person themselves, can fill in a Herbert Protocol form in advance, containing information to help the police if the person goes missing. This will enable the police to make a swifter response if the person goes missing, as they will have all the key information.

You do not need to wait for a diagnosis. If you are concerned that a loved one or someone you care for is suffering from memory issues but is yet to be diagnosed you can still send in a form. 

On the South Yorkshire Police website, you can find more information about the Herbert Protocol, how to use it, and download a form to complete.

Read more about the Herbert Protocol here.

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