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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Brent 1971
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Brent]
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In general, it can be said that this somewhat experimental method of treatment has proved very
successful and it is hoped that it may be extended toin involve other groups of patients in the future.
These improvements in the speech therapy service in Brent have been made possible by the involvement
of all the therapists working in the Borough. It is hoped that the increase in the establishment to include
three more full-time therapists and one more part-time therapist, will enable a further extension of the service
in 1972.
Numbers of Children Receiving Treatment in Clinics
| Clinic | Children receiving regular treatment | Children on review* | Children on waiting list |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stag Lane | 17 | 33 | 3 |
| One Tree Hill | 6 | 20 | 1 |
| Kilburn Square | 20 | 76 | 37 |
| Stonebridge/Craven Park H.C. | 26 | 20 | 6 |
| College Road | 14 | 13 | 9 |
| Neasden | 14 | 25 | 12 |
| London Road | 10 | 20 | 10 |
| Pound Lane | 20 | 35 | 3 |
| Chalkhill H.C. | 8 | 10 | 2 |
| TOTALS: | 135 | 252 | 83 |
*Children on review; These children may have received treatment in the past and their need for
further treatment is re-assessed after a period of 3-6 months. Alternatively they may be children whose defect
is considered too minimal to warrant regular attendance but whose progress is reviewed regularly.
Numbers of Children Treated in Special Schools
| Special School | Children Treated | Additional Treatments Required |
|---|---|---|
| Wood field | 20 | 25 |
| Manor | 16 | 23 |
| Grove Park | 35 | Nil |
| Vernon House | 8 | 5 |
| Kingsbury Day | 40 | Nil |
| Balnacraig | Nil | Unknown |
| Totals | 119 | 53 |