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One third of those attending the clinic had aches and pains in the joints and surrounding soft
tissues, and cold damp weather added to the intensity of their discomfort. A fifth had a raised blood
pressure and a few had depression and anxiety through living alone.
All aspects of their physical, mental and social well-being were discussed by the Nurse and Doctor
in attendance and nearly every one purchased dietary supplements at the clinic.
The following referrals were made during the year:—
No. of Patients
To Council Chiropodist 9
To Social Worker for visits 6
For Council aided holidays 5
To Council Physiotherapist 5
To Housing Manager 3
To Home Help Organiser 2
To Home Nursing Section 2
To Jewish Welfare Board 1
To Clergymen 1
To Hospital 1
To Public Health Inspectors 1
VOLUNTARY SERVICES FOR THE AGED
The Women's Royal Voluntary Services continued to give invaluable help in the day-to-day operation
of the meals-on-wheels service and at five of the luncheon clubs. At the other luncheon clubs, voluntary
and essential help was given by members of the League of Jewish Women and private individuals, many
of whom have continued to do this work for many years since the inception of the various clubs. There is
a shortage of voluntary helpers in the luncheon clubs, and it is hoped that it may be possible to recruit
additional helpers in 1971.
The Wembley and Willesden Divisions of the British Red Cross Society continued their many and
varied services during 1970 including visiting, chiropody, escorting on holidays and outings, and the loan
of wheel-chairs and nursing equipment.
There are many afternoon clubs for the elderly run by voluntary organisations such as the League
of Jewish Women (Friendship Clubs for the Jewish Elderly), the British Red Cross Society (Evergreen
Clubs), the W.R.V.S. (Darby and Joan Clubs), the National Federation of Old Age Pensions Associations,
Community Associations, Churches and private groups. Much voluntary work is done at these clubs and many
additional activities, apart from regular weekly meetings, are arranged.