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Earlswood Asylum for Idiots and Imbeciles, Redhill
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Earlswood Asylum for Idiots and Imbeciles, Redhill
A view of the Earlswood Asylum for Idiots and Imbeciles, Redhill, Surrey, founded in 1847. It later became known as the Royal Earlswood Hospital. Date: circa 1854
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1847 1854 Asylum Earlswood Founded Idiots Imbeciles Redhill Services Surrey Welfare
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1. Title: A Sense of History: Earlswood Asylum for Idiots and Imbeciles, Redhill, Surrey (circa 1854) 2. Subtitle: A Glimpse into the Past: The Early Days of Care and Welfare for the Intellectually Disabled 3.. This evocative image offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing a view of the Earlswood Asylum for Idiots and Imbeciles, located in Redhill, Surrey, England. Established in 1847, this institution was one of the earliest facilities in the United Kingdom dedicated to the care and welfare of individuals with intellectual disabilities. At the time this photograph was taken, circa 1854, Earlswood Asylum was still in its infancy, yet it would go on to make significant strides in the field of social care services. Founded during a period when society held stigmatizing views towards those with intellectual disabilities, Earlswood Asylum represented a pioneering effort to provide a safe and nurturing environment for those in need. The image showcases the imposing yet well-maintained buildings that housed the residents of Earlswood Asylum. The meticulously tended gardens and the sense of orderliness suggest a commitment to creating a comfortable and stimulating environment for the individuals in care. As the years passed, Earlswood Asylum evolved and expanded, eventually becoming the Royal Earlswood Hospital in 1929. Its legacy continued to shape the landscape of care and welfare services for the intellectually disabled in Britain, paving the way for more progressive and inclusive approaches to supporting those with unique needs. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of Earlswood Asylum and the vital role it played in shaping the narrative of care and welfare for the intellectually disabled in the United Kingdom.
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