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representation of interests in the field of social welfare, has shown once
again the importance for the need of these services in the Borough of Edmonton.
The true measure of our achievements has been the result of close and cordial
co-operation with all the voluntary organisations working together as a team
for the common good.
With renewed confidence the Association and its affiliated organisations
go forward together to maintain and expand the services it provides, and thereby,
rightly holds a proud place in the field of social welfare in the Borough of
Edmonton.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:
The Association wish to acknowledge and offer its sincere thanks to:-
The Chairman and Directors of BOVRIL;
The Chairman and Directors of OVALTINE, and
the Chairman and Directors of MARMITE
for their special concessions to the Association,
and their prompt and courteous attention at all times.
The members of the Edmonton Branch of the London and Provincial
Hairdressers' Association for their work in the 'Hairdressing
Service'.
The Head Teachers, Staff and Pupils of the schools in Edmonton
for their many gifts which give so much pleasure to the old
people.
To the Editor of the TOTTENHAM AND EDMONTON WEEKLY HERALD for
the publicity and continued interest in the work of the Association,
and especially to all the VOLUNTARY WORKERS in the Borough of Edmonton who so
willingly give so much of their time to the work of the Association.
COUNCIL'S EMPLOYEES
During 1960 a total of 307 visits were paid to those employees who had
been on the sick list for longer than a fortnight and when necessary, at
fortnightly intervals. Of these, 81 were 'not at home' and 41 had already
resumed duty.
Also during the year, the following medical examinations or assessments
were made prior to appointment to permanent posts:-
Medical examinations 42
Assessments without medical examinations 64
Medical assessments (not appointed) 103
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