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The following details of the work of the Association have been
obtained from its latest report and relate to the year ending
3lst March, 1957.
Meals-on-Wheels.
This service has been operated in the north end of the borough
by the Association and during the year the number of meals
delivered was almost doubled - 15,436 as against 8,033.
The southern end of the borough is covered by the Women's
Voluntary Service, who delivered 13,850 meals as against 9,490
last year.
Not only does the Meals-on-Wheels Service provide meals for
the old folk, but it provides a means of keeping in constant
touch with them so that early changes in their condition are
noted.
Chiropody
This much appreciated service has further expanded and
there are now five clinics working, in all, 17 sessions. A
domiciliary service has also been started and comprises three
sessions per week. The number receiving treatment in their homes
is 98 and the total number of persons to benefit from the
service during the year is over 1,400.
Old People's Clubs.
There are now 27 Clubs operating in the borough including
an all-day luncheon club at St. Anne's Catholic Settlement in
Kennington.
King George VI Memorial Club
This Club is designed to cater for infirm old people who
would normally be denied the benefits of a club by reason of
their handicap. Its catchment area is the Boroughs of Lambeth
and Camberwell. At the time of writing the club is not functioning
on its permanent site, but a pilot scheme has been running for
some weeks at Havil Hall, Camberwell. The old people are
collected by ambulance and brought to the club where they are
given a hot lunch, a light tea and entertainment before being
taken home.
National Assistance Act, 1948, Section 50 - Burials
During the year under review 30 funerals were arranged by
the Council (16 males and 14 females) at a cost of £224, 19. 1d.