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VISITING SCHEME The Society realised from the beginning that a home visiting scheme was essential. This would help to alleviate the isolation felt by elderly people. During the first year, funding was raised to employ a Visiting Scheme Manager. Kate Dixon was appointed and set to work recruiting volunteer visitors. Kate worked extremely hard for the Society, putting in many hours beyond the call of duty. Kate Dixon primarily had the task of finding out what care was needed by the visually impaired in West Cumbria. Kate visited support groups, blind clubs and liaised with the organisations, Royal National Institute for the Blind and the Social Services, Rehabilitation Team, Workington. Kate received 57 requests for a Home Support Visitor when the scheme was first put into practice. Next Page >> | History Index |
