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The Herbert Protocol

Preparing information to help if a vulnerable person goes missing

The Herbert Protocol helps families, carers and professionals prepare useful information in advance about somebody who may be at increased risk of going missing.

This resource explains what the Protocol is, the kinds of information that can help police during a missing-person search and how to create a record that reflects the individual rather than simply listing diagnoses or vulnerabilities.

It also considers communication, sensory needs, meaningful locations, previous routines and person-centred approaches to managing risk.

It includes:

What the Herbert Protocol is
Who it may support
Identification and recent photographs
Communication and sensory needs
Health and vulnerability information
Important places, routines and relationships
What to do when somebody goes missing
Keeping information current
Person-centred safety planning
A practical preparation checklist

Created to make vital information easier to access during a stressful situation while respecting the person’s dignity and independence.

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