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nancy and, at the suggestion of the psychiatrist other disturbed patients,
not pregnant, were chosen by the Ward Sister and invited to attend. The
Health Visitor considers that these patients respond to relaxation, often
enjoying a sleep. Short talks, discussions of various problems, often on
topics put forward by the patients themselves, and musical programmes,
from a tape recorder, may be part of the proceedings. The psychiatrist
concerned is very pleased with the way the class is developing.
In conclusion I wish to thank the numerous members of voluntary
societies, such as the Ilford Federation of Voluntary Workers, the Ilford
Social Service Association, the W.V.S., the Red Cross and St. John, for
their continued help and co-operation (and I would like to include here
many members of the Public Health Department who also work in such a
voluntary capacity). The continued support given me by my staff, fellow
Chief Officers, combined with the co-operation of Chairmen, Vice-Chairmen
and members of the Ilford Borough and Essex County Committees with
which the department is concerned, makes my work, which is sometimes
exacting, but always interesting, far easier.
I have the honour to be
Your obedient Servant,
I. GORDON,
Medical Officer of Health.