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Children at Queen Marys Hospital, Carshalton, Surrey
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Children at Queen Marys Hospital, Carshalton, Surrey
Children lying on outdoor exercise trolleys at the Queen Marys Childrens Hospital, Carshalton, Surrey. The hospital was opened in 1908 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board and became a general hospital for up to 1000 children, housed in 24 pairs of U-shaped single-storey cottages
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite and rehabilitation at Queen Mary's Hospital in Carshalton, Surrey, during the 1930s. Established in 1908 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board, the hospital was designed as a general institution for up to 1000 children, providing care and treatment for those in need. The hospital was unique in its design, with 24 pairs of U-shaped, single-story cottages that offered a homely environment for the children. Despite the hospital's focus on providing a nurturing environment, the children were often admitted due to poverty and inadequate housing. The use of outdoor exercise trolleys was a common therapy during this era, allowing children to get fresh air and gentle exercise while receiving medical care. In this image, we see a group of children lying on the trolleys, under the watchful eye of a nurse. The hospital's history is rooted in the workhouse and asylum system, which had previously provided only the most basic of care for the sick and vulnerable. Queen Mary's Hospital represented a significant step forward in the provision of medical care and social support for children in need. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the past, highlighting the importance of healthcare and social welfare for the most vulnerable members of society. This photograph was taken in the 1930s, a time of economic hardship and social change. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of a children's hospital during this period, providing a valuable historical record of the care and treatment provided to children in need. The use of outdoor exercise trolleys was just one aspect of the holistic approach to care that was employed at Queen Mary's Hospital, Carshalton, Surrey.
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