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Memorial Home for Crippled Children, Rochdale, Lancashire
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Memorial Home for Crippled Children, Rochdale, Lancashire
Small children stand outside the Memorial Home for Crippled Children at Rochdale. The home, built in the arts and crafts style, was founded in 1913 by Walter Scott in memory of his wife, Ellen. Date: Date unknown
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Arts Crafts Crippled Ellen Founded Memory Rochdale Scott Stand Walter
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1. Title: A Haven of Hope: The Memorial Home for Crippled Children in Rochdale, Lancashire This evocative photograph captures a moment of innocence and resilience as small children gather outside the Memorial Home for Crippled Children in Rochdale, Lancashire. The home, built in the Arts and Crafts style, stands as a testament to the compassion and generosity of its founder, Walter Scott, who established it in 1913 in memory of his beloved wife, Ellen. The Memorial Home for Crippled Children was a sanctuary for those with physical disabilities, providing them with care, education, and opportunities to thrive during a time when such resources were scarce. The home's Arts and Crafts design, with its emphasis on functionality, beauty, and craftsmanship, reflects the values of the movement that prioritized the well-being of its inhabitants. Walter Scott's deep sense of loss and his commitment to creating a better future for children with disabilities led him to establish this remarkable institution. The children in the photograph, their faces filled with curiosity and joy, embody the spirit of hope and determination that the Memorial Home fostered. The date of this photograph is unknown, but the image serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of compassion, care, and community. The Memorial Home for Crippled Children in Rochdale stands as a historical landmark, a testament to the enduring legacy of Walter Scott and the countless lives it touched.
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