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week. The value of this service to Home Helps who undertake
specialised work in the distressingly dirty homes of the aged,
who are visited in connection with the National Assistance Act,
1948, Section 47, cannot be too highly emphasised. To be able
to wash and air and return within 24 hours the accumulated
washing of years is both spectacular and very satisfying.
The Problem Family Service
New methods of approaching this work have been sought with
the invaluable aid of the health visitors. A pamphlet has been
prepared giving the Home Helps who undertake this almost
dedicated work, guidance and encouragement.
Disinfestation
The demand for this specialised work is not heavy, but the
service is always available when required.
Sight Service
This service is never in great demand but it is nevertheless
an invaluable part of successful domiciliary care.
During the year, many students from all parts of the world
have come to hear of the work of the Home Help Service in
Croydon, several have had the opportunity of visiting homes to
see the actual work being carried out. Talks usually followed
by questions and discussion have been given to various organisations
within the Borough.
Set out in Appendix, page 120, are the details of the work
performed.