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Physical Aids
A number of conditions arising as a result of old age are assisted
by the use of simple aids and arrangements have been made for
Women Public Health Officers to authorise issue of such articles in
a similar manner as loans of medical equipment.
Publicity
It has been found that many old people have little or no knowledge
of the local services available to them. To help remedy this
situation the Council has distributed 16,000 copies of a booklet
specially prepared as a guide to the services available to elderly
people. In addition, the Department has issued a comprehensive
guide to the Health and Welfare Services to all local general
practitioners, hospitals, statutory and voluntary organisations and to
all workers in the health, welfare and social fields.
Recreational Facilities for the Elderly
Day Clubs for the Homebound
Because of road works, in July, 1967, the club which had functioned
so successfully since 1957 at Kidbrooke House was transferred
to Charlton House and its success continues in its new
location. It provides opportunities for recreation and social activity
which are much appreciated by the members. Approximately 10
homebound elderly people are transported into the club each day,
Monday to Friday. A lunch is served to them at midday.
In view of the success of this type of Day Club, additional Clubs
for elderly people were opened at Sunbury Lodge and Weybourne
Old People's Homes. These Clubs operate for a total of four days
each week. Approximately 6 old people attend each day and they
enjoy the amenities of the Homes, their social activities and a midday
meal.
Day Clubs for the Elderly
Day Clubs for active elderly people are open from approximately
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday at West Greenwich House,
141 Greenwich High Road, S.E.10, Charlton House, S.E.7, and
Victorians Club, Sherard Road, S.E.9. Here elderly people may
find warmth, comfort and companionship.
This year saw the establishment of a further club at Abery Street,
S.E.18, where elderly persons can attend between 9.30 a.m. and
5.30 p.m. Often as many as 60 or more people stay on for the
afternoon after dining at the Lunch Club held on the premises.