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Airing Court at Fountain Mental Hospital, Tooting, Surrey
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Airing Court at Fountain Mental Hospital, Tooting, Surrey
Children and nurses enjoy playing with toys in an airing court at the Fountain Hospital at Tooting in Surrey (now South London). The hospital was opened in 1893 as a fever hospital by the Metropolitan Asylums Board. In 1911, it was redesignated as a mental hospital for severely subnormal children
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Airing Court at Fountain Mental Hospital, Tooting, Surrey (1893-1930s) - A Moment of Joy and Fresh Air for Children and Nurses This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite and joy in the Airing Court at Fountain Mental Hospital in Tooting, Surrey, during the early 20th century. Opened in 1893 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board as a fever hospital, the institution later became a mental hospital for severely subnormal children in 1911. The scene portrays a group of children, some clad in simple clothing, engrossed in play with toys and games, while nurses watch over them, ensuring their wellbeing. The open-air court, filled with sunlight and the scent of fresh air, provided a welcome break from the confines of the hospital wards. During the Victorian era and the 1930s, poverty and inadequate housing were prevalent issues, and institutions like Fountain Hospital played a significant role in caring for those in need. The hospital's workhouse-like appearance, with its stark brick walls and simple furniture, is a stark reminder of the challenging living conditions many faced during this period. The Airing Court, with its chairs and tables arranged around the perimeter, served as a space for children to socialize, learn, and play, fostering a sense of community and normalcy within the hospital environment. The nurses, dressed in their uniforms, engage with the children, demonstrating the compassionate care and attention given to the patients. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of Fountain Mental Hospital, a vital institution that provided care and support for severely subnormal children during a time when resources and understanding for mental health were limited. The image encapsulates the importance of fresh air, play, and human connection in the lives of these children, offering a poignant reminder of the past and the ongoing need for quality care and compassion for all.
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