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Earlswood Asylum, Redhill, Surrey
The charitably financed Earlswood Asylum for Idiots and Imbeciles was opened in 1855 at Redhill in Surrey. It later became known as the Royal Earlswood Hospital. Date: 1907
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1855 Asylum Earlswood Financed Idiots Imbeciles Opened Redhill Surrey 1907
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1. Title: Earlswood Asylum, Redhill, Surrey - A Haven for the Intellectually Disabled in the Late Victorian Era This evocative photograph captures the Earlswood Asylum in Redhill, Surrey, in the year 1907. Established in 1855, this charitably financed institution was dedicated to providing care and support for individuals diagnosed as idiots and imbeciles during the Victorian era. The Earlswood Asylum, later known as the Royal Earlswood Hospital, was a pioneering institution in the field of intellectual disability care. Founded with the noble intention of creating a more humane alternative to the cold, institutionalized environments that were common during the time, Earlswood Asylum aimed to provide its residents with a sense of dignity and normalcy. The photograph reveals a picturesque scene of the asylum grounds, with well-manicured gardens, a large, imposing main building, and various outbuildings. The institution was designed to accommodate around 500 residents, offering them a safe and nurturing environment where they could live, learn, and grow. The Earlswood Asylum was a testament to the compassionate spirit of the Victorian era, where charitable organizations and individuals came together to address the needs of the most vulnerable members of society. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the history and legacy of this remarkable institution, which continues to inspire and inform our understanding of intellectual disability care and support. The Earlswood Asylum, Redhill, Surrey, stands as a symbol of hope and compassion, offering a glimpse into the past and the ongoing commitment to providing care and support for individuals with intellectual disabilities. This photograph, taken in 1907, captures a moment in time when the asylum was at the forefront of progressive care for those diagnosed as idiots and imbeciles, paving the way for a more inclusive and compassionate society.
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