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(e) INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE
The number of enquiries on a wide range of problems continues to increase,
but the major problem for many old people is housing. We are pleased to report
our continued happy association with the National Assistance Board, Citizens'
Advice Bureau, Hospitals, Doctors and Police who refer many cases to us. It
is accepted that the guiding principle of this work is that each case is individual
and must be treated with courtesy, sympathy and understanding. Information
is also circulated quickly and concisely by the 'News-Letter1 which is sent
periodically to the Old People's Clubs, affiliated organisations and the local
Press.
(f) LIBRARY DELIVERY SERVICE
This service organised by the Edmonton Borough Council Library is one of
great value to physically handicapped and house-bound old people, and to-day 65
enjoy this courteous and efficient bi-weekly service. We offer the Borough
Librarian and his staff our sincere thanks.
(g) WELFARE FOOD SERVICE
Once again this excellent service has broken all previous records by the
sale of Bovril - 1,776 bottles, Ovaltine - 2,252 tins, and Marmite - 606 jars,
of a total sale value of over £730 The Association is deeply appreciative
of the excellent contribution of Mrs D,M. Dixon, Divisional Director, British
Red Cross Society, Edmonton, and her staff, for operating this service on
behalf of the Association.
There is no doubt that the Welfare Food Service makes a definite contribution
to the health and well-being of the old people, and the extension of
this service by delivery of supplies to the Old People's Clubs on the day they
meet, especially in the winter months, is greatly appreciated, and Mrs. Dixon
and her staff can be sincerely assured that the extra work involved is very
worthwhile.
(h) HAIRDRESSING SERVICE
The concessions offered by the members of the Edmonton Branch of the
London and Provincial Hairdressers' Association are greatly appreciated, and
this is proved by the many demands it receives from the old people who take
advantage of the reduced prices,
(i) ALL-DAY CLUBS
The William Preye Club
Since this Club was opened officially in January 1955, it has gone from
strength to strength, and its constant success as a centre for elderly people
is proud testimony of the excellent work of the officers and voluntary wardens,
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