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Hostels—T anglewood
During the year 21 patients (10 men and 11 women) were admitted
to this hostel which is a large converted house with extensive grounds and
provides accommodation for 27 patients.
During the same period 20 patients (8 men and 12 women) were
discharged. Of these, 13 returned to hospital, 5 returned home and 2
went to other accommodation. At the end of the year there were 24
patients (11 men and 13 women) in residence.
Of the 25 patients referred for admission, 13 came from Shenley
Hospital, 6 from mental welfare officers, and 6 were referred from other
sources.
Patients accepted for the hostel must generally be capable of working
in the community and they are assessed to pay a weekly contribution
towards their maintenance according to their earnings.
Frequent discussions, both formal and informal, continue to take
place between the medical and social work staff of both Shenley Hospital
and this Authority regarding patients' problems and future placement.
During the year a four bedded room at Tanglewood was coverted
to make four single bedded rooms.
The residents had a number of outings including day trips to Brighton
and Southsea, and on each occasion were accompanied by staff from the
hostel and some of the mental welfare officers.
Some 50 visitors were shown over the premises during the year.
Non-Maintained Hostels—During 1969 one patient was placed in a
hostel run by a voluntary association as it was felt this would be in her
best interests. At the end of the year there were 7 patients (1 man and
6 women) so placed.
Day Centre for the Elderly Mentally III—This establishment consists
of a large house which has been converted for the reception of suitable
cases on a daily basis, 9.0 a.m.—5.0 p.m. Mondays to Fridays inclusive,
with the exception of bank holidays. Transport is provided to and from
the centre for those elderly persons who are unable to travel on public
transport. The work at the centre is of an occupational therapy nature
and no charge is made for the facilities provided except l/6d. which
covers the cost of providing a mid-day meal. Referrals are received from
general practitioners, hospitals and various social work agencies.
During 1969, 53 patients (18 men and 35 women) were referred for
admission. Of these 21 (7 men and 14 women )were from general practitioners,
12 (6 men and 6 women) by mental hospitals, 9 (3 men and 6
women) by general hospitals and 7 (2 men and 5 women) by social workers
and 4 (all women) from other sources.