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"Changes due to the War.
Since the outbreak of war many defectives have moved
with their families from their own homes and have had to
be traced. Patients placed under the Kent Guardianship
Scheme with guardians living in danger zones have been
evacuated to reception areas. The majority have been
admitted to Leybourne Grange for the duration of hostilities.
Occupation Centres.
The War has necessitated the closing down of all
Occupation Centres. In the event of air-raids, protection
was inadequate and it was felt that too great a responsibility
would rest upon the Supervisors.
It was evident that a strenuous effort must be made to
keep in close touch with the children and young people in
training at the Centres, if years of patient work were not
to be thrown away. Official approval was obtained for the
organisation of a Home Teaching Scheme. This is being
carried out by the Supervisors of the Centres, who have
succeeded in providing each child with at least two lessons
a week. This effort is greatly appreciated by parents and
guardians, and is proving helpful in keeping the children
out of mischief. The services of Cooks and Guides at the
Centres had unfortunately to be dispensed with for the time
being; they have always given valuable help."

B.—Other Inspections.
Number of Special Inspections and Re-Inspections 4528