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Facilities available to Epileptics and Spastics
Handicrafts An Occupational Centre is established for all classes of
handicapped persons. Assistance is given in disposing of saleable goods.
A mid-day meal is provided at low cost and transport is available where
necessary.
Recreational Regular evening socials or concerts are held, together with
occasional outings. Holidays in the Council's Hostels for the Aged are
arranged when vacancies exist.
Employment Interviews arranged with Disablement Resettlement Officer for
placement in industry, training etc., under Education Act, 1944 etc.
Accommodation Assistance in obtaining Part. III Accommodation, Epileptic
Colonies etc. Liaison with British Epileptic Association.
General Visitation by Welfare Officers - personal problems, instruction
in handicrafts - liaison with voluntary organisations and voluntary workers.
No. attending, or who have attended Occupational Centre 7
" in Part III Accommodation, Colonies etc. 6
" employed in open Industry 4
" " " sheltered workshops 2
NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE
ACT, 1946
SECTIONS 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29 and 51.
Full details of the Council's proposals approved by the Minister of
Health, as indicated in my report for 1948, have been published in booklet
form and are available for reference.
SECTION 22 - CARE OF MOTHERS AND YOUNG CHILDREN
DENTAL CARE.
Dr. Allan Ross, the Senior Dental Officer, submits the following
reports on the dental treatment provided for expectant and nursing mothers
and pre-school children in 1953 and 1954
1953
"It was yet another difficult year, but ended on a more optimistic
note. The statistics are similar to those for the previous year.