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National Assistance Act, 1948, Section 47.
A number of cases of aged people came to the notice of the Public Health
Department, but with the co-operation of the Home Help Service of the London
County Council and with the assistance of the District Nurses, the Voluntary
Services and friends and neighbours it was possible to provide proper care at
home for a large proportion. The remainder were persuaded voluntarily to enter a
hospital or home and it was possible to avoid taking action under Section 47.
Care of the Aged.
Help, advice and assistance for old people through the statutory authorities
and voluntary organisations associated in welfare work continued throughout the
year and the old people have benefited greatly from the services provided.
National Assistance Act, 1948, Section 50.
Burials carried out under the provisions of this Act totalled 4 (2 adults
and 2 stillborn).
The total cost was £24 12s. 0d. and the amount recovered was £17 11s. 6d.
Mortuary and Coroner's Court.
The Poplar Mortuary is situated in Poplar High Street adjoining the Coroner's
Court. It is fitted with modern refrigerating plant which will hold fifteen bodies
and it has a well equipped postmortem room. In addition there is a viewing room,
a waiting room and accommodation for the use of the pathologists and clerks.
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