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limited mileage was allowed, without charge. During the year, 103 persons were assisted on
the Council's holiday scheme.
The frequent visiting advisory and counselling service performed by the Social Welfare
Officers is of importance, together with the practical assistance given to those persons in
need of help by way of the loan of aids to daily living and in this connection 136 such aids were
issued. In addition, 64 adaptations to properties were made in an endeavour to maintain people's
independence at home.
Miscellaneous
The Cbuncil has a duty to protect the movable property of persons admitted to hospital,
residential, or other accommodation under Order of the Court, where there appears danger of
loss; action was taken in four cases during the year.
The Department accepts gift furniture, which is distributed to needy persons, but is
particularly useful in assisting families rehoused from the Homeless Family Units.
Voluntary Organisations
Several references have been made above to the valuable contribution made in many aspects
of the welfare service by voluntary organisations, other bodies, and some individuals, all of
whom are concerned for the wellbeing of those who need support to maintain a reasonably
independent existence in the community. It is of primary importance that the Council's Officers
maintain a close and harmonious working relationship with the working partners with whom 'the
Council is associated in this task. Their efforts are gratefully acknowledged, and wherever
possible and needed, financial, or other support, is rendered.
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