Police have been trained in how best to deal with someone with dementia.
The 17 mental health and learning disability liaison officers from Surrey Police received advice and tips on how to talk with someone who has dementia, using case studies and scenarios to create real-life situations officers might find themselves in.
Temporary Assistant Chief Constable Matt Twist said: "Police officers can come in to contact with people with dementia in a variety of situations and more commonly we are asked to respond when a person with dementia has gone missing.
"It's important that officers are trained to recognise the signs and symptoms of the condition so they can deal effectively with any given incident and ensure the right partners are engaged."
The session, run by the Dementia Friendly Surrey team from Surrey County Council on November 13, focused on the difficulties a person living with dementia, their family and carers face, and suggested practical ways to support them.
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