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Reference to table (iv) shows that although the number of
registrations viz. 993 is an increase of 94 over the figure for the
previous year, there were actually 213 new registrations during the
current year with 119 deletions. A rise of new registrations of this
order gives evidence of the drive to make our registers more comprehensive
than hitherto.
It is true that, at the moment, the majority of cases coming to
the notice of the department and those already on our register of
handicapped persons have well established handicaps, many of
which are either static or becoming progressively more severe.
However, this should not deter us from taking a preventive attitude
wherever possible and a patient being discharged from hospital with
a residual disability gives the department an opportunity of being
involved at an early and formative stage, so that even the patient's
attitude towards his own disability can be influenced to his benefit.
Clubs and Centres
Two centres and a number of clubs are organised for the blind
and other handicapped persons with the object of ensuring, as far
as is practicable, the intermingling of persons with differing handicaps.
These establishments provide members with facilities not only
for training and adjustment but also for pastime activities, handicrafts,
etc., and with opportunities for social contact with others of
similar disability and with similar interests. In this way, the clubs
make an invaluable contribution towards the social rehabilitation of
members. Tuition and help in diversionary occupation is provided
for those unable to enjoy these benefits.