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ment of Queen Mary's Hospital, and a trolley shop is operated at
Cray Valley Hospital. Help has been given to the staff of the Mass
X-Ray Unit, whilst operating in the district.
Domestic help is arranged in suitable cases and personal shopping
undertaken. Clothing is supplied to tuberculous patients and
other needy persons at the request of the National Assistance Board's
Officers. The distribution of welfare food is undertaken.
CHISLEHURST AND SIDCUP OLD PEOPLE'S WELFARE
COMMITTEE.
The following is a resume of the work carried out by the
Committee :—
During the year 1,000 elderly people have enjoyed the club life
provided.
" Redlac," 49, Station Road, Sidcup.
This house which has been converted into ten single-room flats,
was opened during the year. The old people residing there have the
assistance of a resident house-mother.
Boarding Out Scheme.
A scheme whereby accommodation is found for old people in
suitable private homes has been inaugurated.
Education.
With the aid of the King George VI Memorial Fund, it has been
possible to send two members of the Committee to a Leaders' Course
and to arrange courses for local leaders, one of which was held in
Sidcup.
In conjunction with the Kent Education Committee, lectures
suitable for the old people were arranged and much appreciated.
Holidays and Entertainment.
Over 150 old people were enabled to enjoy seaside holidays, the
inclusive charge for the week being most reasonable.
Various excursions have been arranged and handicraft, bulb
growing and choir contests have been particularly successful.
Entertainment has been provided by numerous local organisations.
Visiting.
Visits are arranged to the homes of lonely persons and to those
in hospital.