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An alternative arrangement exists whereby such children may be
boarded-out with approved "foster-mothers" at the same charge of
12s. 6d. per week, the parents being assessed to contribute towards
the cost as heretofore.
The Foster Home, 33, Fitzjohn's Avenue.
This institution occupies a house with a large garden. There are
28 beds, which are always occupied, for "first" babies of unmarried
mothers. During 1935, 7 babies were admitted, the remaining 21
having been admitted prior to 1935. On an average, one-half of the
total children accommodated come from Hampstead. This home
removed from "Eagle's Nest," 99, Haverstock Hill to 33, Fitzjohn's
Avenue during 1935.
The Hampstead Hostel for Mothers and Babies, 7, Fitzjohn's Avenue.
This hostel occupies a large house with an extensive garden.
During the year 1935 there were beds for 15 mothers and babies in
the hostel: 16 unmarried mothers were admitted with their babies.
The Cross Roads Club, 88, Alexandra Road.
This Club receives unmarried expectant mothers prior to their
confinements, and also arranges for their immediate future; in some
cases the mothers return to the Home after confinement with their
babies. It has accommodation for 16 expectant mothers, and 16
mothers and babies. During 1935, 61 expectant mothers and 41
mothers and babies were admitted.
Main Memorial Home, 141, West End Lane.
This Home receives unmarried expectant mothers and mothers
with young babies after discharge from hospital. It has accommodation
for 7 expectant mothers and 7 mothers and babies. During
the year 45 expectant mothers were admitted. The total number of
beds available at the Home consists of 14 beds and 8 cots.
St. Agatha's House, 39, Lancaster Road.
This Home receives unmarried expectant mothers for 3 months
prior to their confinements. It has accommodation for 10 mothers.
During the year 19 expectant mothers were admitted.