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INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE: During the year under review, the
number of people seeking information and assistance has grown. The
inquiries have covered a wide variety of problems, but for the old people
generally housing continues to be a major problem. The National Assistance
Board, Citizens' Advice Bureau, Hospitals, Doctors and Police refer many
cases to us, and it is essential that every case be treated with courtesy,
sympathy and understanding. Information of a general character is sent by
the 'NEWS LETTER' quickly and briefly through its distribution to the Old
People's Clubs and affiliated organisations.
LIBRARY DELIVERY SERVICE: To-day there are 60 physically handicapped
and house-bound old people enjoying this excellent service, and the
Borough Librarian and his staff are to be congratulated on the efficiency
of this bi-weekly delivery of books to those unable to visit the Public
Libraries. We know how greatly this willing and courteous service is
appreciated.
WELFARE FOOD SERVICE: This service has broken all previous
records by the sale of - Bovril 1,132 bottles, Ovaltine 1,692 tins and
Marmite 324 jars, and the Association record its grateful thanks to
Mrs. D.M. Dixon, Divisional Director, British Red Cross Society, Edmonton,
for operating this service on behalf of the Association.
The distributing of these welfare foods for sale at the Old
People's Clubs has been of great benefit to them, especially in the winter
months, and the Red Cross know that the old people appreciate the additional
work involved. It is hoped that all the Clubs in the Borough will
take advantage of this admirable service which undoubtedly has made a
contribution to the health of the old people.
HAIRDRESSING SERVICE: The concessions offered by the members of
the Edmonton Branch of the London and Provincial Hairdressers' Associations
are greatly appreciated, and this is proved by the many demands it receives
from the old people who take advantage of reduced price hairdressing.
HANDICRAFTS: The Association took part in the organisation of
the 2nd Old People's Handicraft Exhibition held at the Guildhall, Westminster
London, S.W.l., and the Borough of Edmonton submitted 51 exhibits and received
12 awards.
PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTS IN THE HOME: In co-operation with the
Medical Officer of Health, the Association took an active part in the
'Prevention of Accidents in the Home' campaign. The quiz programmes
produced valuable information which has been forwarded to the Royal Society
for the Prevention of Accidents, and we sincerely appreciate the help of the
Eastern Gas Board and the Eastern Electricity Board for their help and cooperation
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