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Through this service the Association is able to supervise quite closely the
Welfare of the more helpless members of the community, most of whom look upon
the meals staff as friends who render services which do not come within their
official duties. It is hoped that every elderly person in the Borough, who through
Alness or infirmity is unable to prepare or make provision for meals, is brought
the notice of the Association.
foot Clinics
There appears to be an ever increasing demand for this service. The Assoclation
has six clinics providing 27 three hour sessions per week and 7 sessions
of mobile chiropody. During the year a total of 12,673 treatments were given.
2'012 people attended the clinics and 443 infirm people received treatment in
their own homes. At the end of the year the period between appointments was
lengthening and waiting lists had to be started. It is hoped that the L.C.C. will
permit expansion in the near future.
During the year under review the Association has been 100 per cent grant
aided by the L.C.C. Treatment was free for only those in receipt of National
Assistance until January when it became free for all those in receipt of retirement
or old age pensions irrespective of other income. There is widespread
appreciation of the service but expansion is essential to keep pace with growing
demand.
The Association would like to thank all those who act as voluntary receptionists
at the clinics and thereby help to keep the service working efficiently and
chiropodists who often provide a sympathetic ear as well as professional
treatment.
Holidays
For most people a holiday is something to look forward to and something to
remember. For elderly people, whose lives are becoming restricted through
infirmity and limited means, holidays are especially important. This year 46
saved with the Association for two weeks summer holiday under the
the auspices of the Women's Holiday Fund and two for ten days holiday at
Cristmas' addition old people were recommended for holidays under the scheme
sponsored by the Borough Council. Eight infirm people were also assisted.
Inexpensive private addresses were given to those who wanted to make
their own arrangements and where appropriate people were referred to other
organisations and agencies which arrange holidays. The Association greatly
appreciates the co-operation it receives in its efforts to secure holidays for as
many people as possible.