Patricia Griffin | |
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Born | Patricia Constance Wilhelmina Haines 24 October 1907 |
Died | 1986 (aged 78–79) Darwen, Lancashire, England |
Nationality | British Montserratian |
Other names | Patricia Haines, Pattie Griffin |
Occupation(s) | Nurse, volunteer social worker |
Years active | 1939–1976 |
Known for | establishing the Old People’s Welfare Association |
Patricia Griffin (24 October 1907 – 1986) was a nurse and volunteer social worker from Montserrat. In addition to providing nursing services, she founded the Old People's Welfare Association, was instrumental in developing the pre-school program and established a consumer protection association on the island. An educational scholarship is granted in her name and she was honoured by a stamp depicting her likeness.