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The smooth and happy functioning of the clinics would be impossible without
the co-operation of the Chiropodists, who often have to work under difficult
conditions but are always ready to give a sympathetic ear to an elderly patient's
Problems as well as attend to their feet The Association is glad therefore to
take this opportunity to express its appreciation. And last, but far from least, the
Association wishes to express its deep gratitude to the voluntary receptionists
who give up their time so generously to help at the clinics.
Holidays
A surprisingly large number of elderly people will not consider the idea of
leaving their homes even for a week's holiday. However for those who feel the
need for a change of air and surroundings the Association is able to arrange two
Weeks summer holiday under the auspices of the Women's Holiday Fund and this
year 45 women saved with the Association towards this type of holiday. Elderly
People of limited means who have lived in the Borough for at least three years
and have not had a holiday in that time can apply to go away under the Borough
holiday Scheme. This year 215 people in May and 158 in September had a week's
holiuday in Margate. Contributions were also made towards holidays arranged for
Seven infirm people.
For those who wish to arrange their own holidays the Association keeps
tails of organisations and individuals who offer reduced rates for pensioners or
Qther special arrangements for them. The Association wishes to thank the
omen's Holiday Fund and other similar organisations whose co-operation is
valuable in this aspect of its work.
Lambeth Centre for the Elderly, 69-73 Knowle Road, S.W.9.
It is with great pleasure that the Association reports the completion of this
Centre and wishes to thank all those who helped to make this long awaited
Project possible.
The first floor, to be used as a Rest Room, comprises a large lounge, a
dining cum games room and a small kitchen. It will be open five days a week
kowingto its limited capacity, during a trial period to assess demand, attendance
by any individual will be restricted and preference will be given to people who
do not belong to clubs.
The ground floor of the building is occupied by the Work Centre, and its
Organiser will also be responsible for the day to day administration of the Rest
Room with the help of a new part-time assistant, and voluntary workers.
Work Centre
It has been a year of marking time in anticipation of the move to the new