Cites James Chalmar
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Resettlement of Paraplegics.

James Chalmar.

37 Mount Pleasant, Etruria Stoke-on-Trent.

 

The above case was transferred to this office on 16th February, 1950.

A visit was made on the 17th February, and little more than taking stock of the case was done.

It will be difficult to resettle Mr. Chalmar in employment, as for several reasons he is now homebound. He cannot use his motor chair and has applied to the Ministry of Pensions for an exchange to a hand propelled chair (push amd pull). The district being of a hilly character, his range of travelling will be strictly limited.

Other approaches are being made, one to the organization known as the "Round Table".

Unfortunately, Remploy Limited have no work schemeoperating in this district although there are three small factories. One is, however, under contemplation and it is considered that failing his ability to travel to the factory, a matter of about two miles but hilly, he will have to wait for suitable homework.

The information contained in your letter dated 19th December 1949, regarding Pottery Painting is incorrect, apparently the Polish Doctor misunderstood. The occupation is highly skilled and unsuitable for homework, and indeed for anyone without artistic tendancies.

Everyhing possible is being done, but up to the present without positive results.

 

H. Sidley,

Disablement Resettlement Officer.

23rd February 1950.