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been obtained from other organisations such as " S.S.A.F.A.",
" W.V.S.", British Legion and the British Red Cross Society, and
the closest co-operation has been maintained between all statutory
bodies.
Many home visits were paid, and the office is open at the
United Services Club, 108, Main Road, Sidcup, for all patients or
their representatives to call and see the Liaison Officer to discuss
their many problems and to obtain whatever help is necessary,
any Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Unfortunately, obtaining employment, especially light employment,
still presents a very big problem for this Committee, but,
fortunately we have the closest co-operation with many local firms,
and whenever possible they will help when a suitable vacancy
occurs.
Toys were once again distributed at Christmas time via the
Chairman of the Council, as well as help in the form of grocery
parcels for many patients."
Women's Voluntary Service.
The service has moved to new headquarters at Craybrook
House, Sidcup Hill, and from there is continuing its good work,
especially that of ministering to the needs of old people.
Wheel chairs are loaned and escorts are provided to assist
those attending hospital. Assistance is given in the Outpatients'
Department 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 also undertaken.
HEALTH SERVICES.
Ante-Natal Clinics and Child Welfare Centres.
CHISLEHURST: The Willows, Red
Hill
Child Welfare Tuesday & Thursday p.m.
Ante-Natal Wednesday p.m.
Women's Welfare 2nd Tuesday a.m.
Relaxation & Mothercraft Wednesday p.m.
FOOTSCRAY: W. Smith Memorial
Hall, Church Road
Child Welfare Tuesday p.m.