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Further provision for advanced cases is imperatively needed.
Sanatorium accommodation for the non-insured, now very difficult to obtain,
is a further crying necessity.
An effective system of after care for returned Sanatorium patients is essential
if the work done in the Sanatorium is not to be entirely wasted. To touch the
affairs of a consumptive in any way is usually to involve oneself in responsibilities
extending over a long period, and both individuals and authorities
should recognize this.
Co-ordination.
Co-ordination is the word of the moment. In St. Pancras we have always
aimed at making the Town Hall an informal centre for work which touches
health matters, and we have been helped in the kindest way by individuals,
and by Associations throughout the Borough Effective, as distinguished from
theoretical, co-ordination can only be brought about by inducing some person
to take much trouble in understanding and in communicating with the various
persons and Societies concerned.
I am more particularly indebted to the Public Welfare Association, the
Organiser, and many members of Care Committees, the Secretary and many
members of the Juvenile Advisory Committee, Poor Law Guardians, Schools for
Mothers, and Nursery Schools. I hope also to establish a friendly connection
with the treatment centre for School Children.
There are many others to whom my warmest gratitude is due.
M. E. Bibby.