The 86-year-old was found beside Bonar Street, about 200 metres from the hospital.

Police dog, Ulrich, located Mr. Bartlett lying in long grass next to the lake.

Mr. Bartlett was treated at the scene by ambulance paramedics and taken back to Maitland Hospital, where he is being assessed.

Police would like to thank members of the community and media for their assistance.

Mr. Bartlett was missing since Monday after leaving Maitland Hospital where he was recovering from a stroke.

Earlier this week police, Mr Bartlett's family and hospital personnel launched a city-wide search for the man. 

Mr. Bartlett - who is unable to speak or communicate - has spent the past six weeks in hospital after suffering a stroke. 

- With the Maitland Mercury

ORIGINAL REPORT

March 24, 2015, 9:08 p.m.

Police want your help finding an 86-year-old man missing from the Maitland area.

Herbert “Nobby” Bartlett was last seen about 9.10am Monday at Maitland Hospital, where he has been receiving care after a stroke six weeks ago.

It is believed Mr Bartlett has left the hospital, and could possibly be in the Maitland, Kurri Kurri or Weston areas.

Police and Mr Bartlett’s family are concerned about his welfare, as he requires medication.

Mr Bartlett is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 155-160cm tall, and with white/grey short hair. He was last seen wearing glasses, a blue-coloured pyjama top with fine white stripes, ash/cream-coloured shorts and ash/cream-coloured shoes.

Police encourage anyone with information about the whereabouts of Mr Bartlett to come forward.

Police are urging anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page.