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Cerebral Palsy Unit itself, but in the Physically Handicapped section
of the school. The lack of such as assessment unit has been
felt for many years, and it is a source of great satisfaction that it
is now in being.
During the year, work in both sections proceeded normally,
though there was inevitably a "settling in" period during which
minor changes and adjustments were made as the need arose. The
new tail lift van has been delivered and is proving invaluable in
dealing with the older and heavier chairborne children.
The staffing position was also under review. At the opening
date we had no physiotherapists. However, Mr. Brand was appointed
Superintendent Physiotherapist for the Borough in March 1964, with
special duties at the school, and Miss Dotzler was subsequently
appointed full-time. In addition we now have a Medical Auxiliary
whose duty it is to attend upon the physiotherapists, so freeing the
other Welfare Workers for their normal work.
As in previous years, cordial relations have been maintained
with various hospitals and Local Authorities, and, in conclusion, I
should like to thank all the staff of the two sections, now one
school, for their continued support and co-operation.
During 1964 the number of children on roll varied, being 88 on
31st December, 1963 and 100 on 31st December, 1964.
There were 32 admissions and 20 discharged. Recommendations
for admission were received from the following sources:—
School Medical Officers 13
Hospitals 3
Borough Education Officer 5
Transfers from other areas 4
Parents 2
General Practitioner 1
Other Boroughs 4
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