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Great Barr Colony, Staffordshire
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Great Barr Colony, Staffordshire
Great Barr colony for mental defectives, opened circa 1918 by the Walsall and West Bromwich Joint Committee to house people with severe learning difficulties. Multi-view card shows female inmates at sewing, laundry and kitchen work
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Great Barr Colony, Staffordshire: A Snapshot into the Past of Care and Rehabilitation for People with Severe Learning Difficulties (circa 1918-1940s) This evocative multi-view card, captured in the early 20th century, offers a rare glimpse into the daily life at Great Barr Colony, a residential institution established in 1918 by the Walsall and West Bromwich Joint Committee to provide care and support for individuals with severe learning difficulties. The image showcases three scenes of female inmates engaged in various activities aimed at promoting self-sufficiency and skill development. In the first scene, a woman sits at a sewing machine, meticulously stitching together fabric. The second scene reveals a group of women working diligently in the laundry room, washing and mending clothes. Lastly, in the kitchen, another woman prepares meals for her fellow residents. These activities not only provided essential services for the community but also offered opportunities for the women to learn valuable skills that would help them become more independent. The card also hints at the presence of children, suggesting that there was a children's home or a separate section for younger residents. Great Barr Colony was one of many institutions for mental defectives that emerged during this era, reflecting the growing recognition of the need for specialized care and support for individuals with learning difficulties. The institution closed in the 1940s, and its legacy continues to shape the landscape of social care and youth housing. This historical photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the past, offering insights into the lives of those who once called Great Barr Colony their home.
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