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TUBERCULOSIS VISITORS.— The 3 Tuberculosis Visitors made a
total of 2,665 home visits.
DOMICILIARY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY.- The Domiciliary
Occupational Therapist, who undertakes part-time duty in Ilford, has
submitted the following report:-
"There were 12 patients On the register at the end of the
year. 190 visits were made to these patients, who were taught
printing, crochet, toy making, modelling, basketry, leatherwork and
embroidery.
Several of these patients entered work in the Dagenham Town
Show and were successful in winning First, Second and Third prizes,
also a "Woman's Own" Diploma.
These patients appreciate the domiciliary occupational therapy
service and all work steadily to reach a high standard. Some patients
are limited in the type of work they undertake owing to their physical
condition.
Work is sold at the Dagenham Town Show and also from the
Showcase at 15/17, Thompson Road, Dagenham, throughout the year.
These sales enable the patients to pay for the materials provided by
the occupational therapist.
Some patients have been assisted with payment for materials
by the Ilford Tuberculosis Care Association. This has been appreciated
by all and has helped to restore confidence and initiative."
The following visits were undertaken in Ilford during 1962:-