Charity At Work

Most New Zealand cities have charitable organisations in abundance, but as far as is known, Nelson's Voluntary Home Aid Service is unique in this country. This organisation which boasts about 100 members, was commenced here four years ago and is doing magnificent work in helping those who require it. They carry their work and their cheer into the sick room, into the homes of the aged, the hospital, and the mental institution, and their only payment is a smile of thanks or a word of gratitude - payment indeed. Last year members devoted 750 hours to serving those not so well off, and it is confident that this year they will easily pass the 1000 hours mark. Perhaps some ladies who read this and who have time on their hands, would like to further the work of the service. Volunteers are always welcome.

This group comprises most of the service's committee.

Miss H.Harding about to set off with hospital patients Miss Hazel Horrocks and Mrs R.Bradcock, for a drive.

The new nursery recently opened at the public hospital is in the care of members. Here we found Mrs E.R.Norton, Mrs R.Gledhill and secretary, Mrs J.R.Lough, in charge when we called.

Mrs L.Stewart brings a cup of tea to Miss Grace Day, Shelbourne street.

Mrs J.L.Bannister brings home the shopping for Mrs Amy Pahl, Van Dieman street.

Patients at Ngawhatu Hospital were taken by car to the airport on one of the regular excursions arranged

Pruning Demonstration.

With spring just around the corner the keen gardeners are looking to the welfare of their fruit trees. The Nelson Humic Compost Society arranged this pruning demonstration at the home of Mr W.Keelty, 212 Nile street, where Mr A.C.Maisey had an attentive audience.

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The Nelson Photo News

No 10 : August 19, 1961

Charity At Work