Geriatric Service
Sir, —Dr. Newtnan. of Auckland. in his considerate article on tha care and welfare of aenior citizens, no longer able to maintain full strength and vigour, mentions the necessity of "a national geriatric service dedicated to ideals of relief of suffering, promotion of happiness and restoration of Independence.” with "easy access, essentia! if the interest of relatives is to be maintained.” Does that not suggest a regional community hospice or one in each area reasonably accessible to relatives and in surroundings familiar to the aged person? National supervision of such a service might well, as in inspection of schools, tend to bring certain requirements up to general standard with adequate provision for all, rather than special sutxnimions to whims of local bodies. Happiness is a word which will give pleasure to those faced with future occupancy of thoughtfully planned refuges. "Not wanted by anyone.” can frighten too many still.— Yours, etc.. NATIONAL PROGRESS. April 28, 1961.
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Press, Volume C, Issue 29500, 29 April 1961, Page 3
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158Geriatric Service Press, Volume C, Issue 29500, 29 April 1961, Page 3
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