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The Geriatricians of the South Western and St, Francis
Hospitals continued to help the Association by taking into
their hospitals infirm old people for short periods so that
relatives of the old folk may have a much needed holiday.
Meals on Wheels
During the year there was a much greater demand for meals.
The Association delivered 24,705 meals in the Northern end
of the Borough against 19,635 delivered in that area last
year. This has meant a very severe strain on both staff and
vehicles, and it is hoped that before long it will be possible
to purchase a third van to relieve this strain and further
expand the service.
The area of the Borough south of Clapham Road continues
to be served by the Women's Voluntary Services who have
delivered 26,304 meals.
Foot Clinics
There is still a very big demand for foot treatment
amongst the elderly in the Borough. Although six clinics are
working in all, 23 sessions per week, each is working to
capacity and several have waiting lists. The Domiciliary
Service has been increased by two sessions to six, but even
this does not meet the demand and there is a waiting list
for appointments for this service also. Over 2,000 old people
are receiving treatment either in centres or at home.
Clubs
Twenty nine clubs are now operating in the Borough.
Wonderful work is carried on by club leaders and helpers who
give up many hours of their time to this work.
The usual inter-club competition and exhibition of work
was held in October and 487 exhibits of a very high standard
were on view.
King George VI Memorial Club
This club for the housebound of Camberwell and Lambeth
continued to expand throughout the year. With the purchase
of a second ambulance in August 1958 the club was able to
cater for a considerably larger number of people each week,