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It is of interest to know that included in the figure
1,242 mentioned above, 116 interviews were with patients
about to be admitted to hospitals or sanatoria, many of
whom were helped by the provision of clothing, slippers,
toilet requisites and pocket money before entry. Arrangements
were made and information given as to the best means
of transport (ambulance, coach or train) according to the
requirements of the Chest Physicians.
It was found necessary to refer 57 new cases to the
National Assistance Board.
The Committee, as always, were greatly assisted by
the recommendations submitted by the Chest Physicians and
Health Visitors of the Chest Clinic. They not only see
patients at the Clinic, but visit them in their homes on
an official and friendly basis. This personal contact
often reveals the needs of patients and their families
who may be reluctant to apply to us for assistance. These
Officers are also able through their professional knowledge
to give the Committee valuable guidance.
The Committee are represented on the Rotary Club's
'Wireless for the Bedridden' and are therefore able to
submit the names of patients. The Health Visitors bring
cases to the Committee s attention, and many patients have
been fortunate to receive the loan (and maintenance) of a
radio set through this source.
In our Report for 1959 we indicated that we had
vacated the premises loaned us by the Camberwell Borough
Council as they were making extensive alterations to the
whole of the building. This year we are happy to report
that the Council have again been most generous in leasing
us accommodation at 23a Brunswick Park, which is large
enough for our handicraft class and also allows storage
space for beds, bedding and other stocks. We moved in on
25th May, 1960, and wish here to record our gratitude and
appreciation to the Borough Council for their valuable
help with this.
The Handicraft Class continued to meet at Cambridge
House each Friday afternoon until the accommodation at
Brunswick Park was available. The students have settled
comfortably into their new quarters and work is progressing
steadily.