I remember reading in the programme a few years back that he lives in Lincolnshire and wondered why he hasn't visited The Valley, having played 500 odd games, in recent years like some other players.
I hope they reach the decision that is best for John and his happiness.
I don't understand that comment, having lived in Lincolnshire for 4 years, Including both Spalding and Boston, I don't see how Lincoln is better for his neice than where he is ATM as Boston is 25-30 minutes away from Spalding.
But very sad to hear that he is struggling like this, good luck John the Charlton Family is thinking about you
A few months ago I had an email forwarded to me by WWtone from the Lincoln Citizens' Advice Bureau saying that someone called John Hewie and claiming to be a former Charlton player had come in asking for help and could I do anything.
I was at a total loss but spoke to Mick Everett at the Club who contacted the PFA. That was on a Wednesday. By Friday the PFA had him and his wife in a care home. Can't praise the PFA and especially Mickey Bennett who took a special interest in the case as another former Addick enough.
His wife, who had serious care needs, sadly died not long after.
From my own experience with my parents the social care system and its funding is very complicated and it may well be that while John required one type of care his wife required full nursing care. Her death may have complicated the issue around moving but I hope the PFA are still on the case.
I don't remember seeing John play although I may have as a very young boy but he was a favourite of my dad's so I was very pleased to have done something, very minor, to have helped him.
Long John's Scotland shirt now held in the Charlton Athletic Museum
"Legend" is a highly overused word, but it is absolutely spot on in this case: 530 appearances and played in every position. No-one will ever match that. All the best John.
I don't understand that comment, having lived in Lincolnshire for 4 years, Including both Spalding and Boston, I don't see how Lincoln is better for his neice than where he is ATM as Boston is 25-30 minutes away from Spalding.
But very sad to hear that he is struggling like this, good luck John the Charlton Family is thinking about you
Care provision in Lincolnshire is split between the north and south and has different care providers (don't ask) so it maybe an issue about which from one region to another and who takes on the cost.
This is a serious suggestion, though I realise that given the circumstances it could look a little lame. There is some evidence that playing music to dementia patients can cave a positive effect. If by chance any of John's carers or relatives see this, could you try playing The Red Red Robin or perhaps Flower of Scotland to him in the hope that it, albeit fleetingly, revives memories of his once great days.
Extremely sad especially... He played international football for Scotland but cannot even remember playing the game now.
You may not be able to remember playing the Game but there are certainly a good number of fans who do remember you playing... All the best John
Yes there certainly are a good number of us. One of my boyhood heroes, he joined the club in my first full season and became an immediate favourite of the crowd who dubbed him 'long John'. So sad to hear of him suffering from this horrible condition. Good luck JH, keep fighting.
This is a serious suggestion, though I realise that given the circumstances it could look a little lame. There is some evidence that playing music to dementia patients can cave a positive effect. If by chance any of John's carers or relatives see this, could you try playing The Red Red Robin or perhaps Flower of Scotland to him in the hope that it, albeit fleetingly, revives memories of his once great days.
Flower of Scotland wasn't written when John played but a good idea with RRR or maybe Scotland the Brave
This is a serious suggestion, though I realise that given the circumstances it could look a little lame. There is some evidence that playing music to dementia patients can cave a positive effect. If by chance any of John's carers or relatives see this, could you try playing The Red Red Robin or perhaps Flower of Scotland to him in the hope that it, albeit fleetingly, revives memories of his once great days.
Not a lame suggestion at all.
I know from my own observations that music and singing can engender a positive response even in cases where alzheimers.disease is advanced.
This is a serious suggestion, though I realise that given the circumstances it could look a little lame. There is some evidence that playing music to dementia patients can cave a positive effect. If by chance any of John's carers or relatives see this, could you try playing The Red Red Robin or perhaps Flower of Scotland to him in the hope that it, albeit fleetingly, revives memories of his once great days.
huge player for us in his day, the nearest modernish equivalent would be Steve Brown. John Hewie was one of the wonderful players I came to know as a kid from the big East Terrace, John Hewie along with Willie Duff, Fred Lucas, Sam Lawrie, Jonny Summers and Stuart Leary. legends all of them.
Sad to hear the news about John, but pleased that the PFA and Mickey Bennett are on the case and can help John regarding the move. Dementia is a horrible disease.
My nan and granddad lived in Floyd Road back in the 40's through to the 60's. They knew John and his wife who I think lived in of the club houses in Harvey Gardens. One of my mums favourite players along with Stuart Leary.
So very sad, 'Long John' was one of my boyhood heroes. His legs really were very long, helped him to intercept a pass. Memories of a sunny afternoon, Long John in goal as a shot came in, the ball just bounced off his chest. If my memory serves me Long John marked Stanley Matthews one evening in a div 2 game at the Valley in the 60's.
Horrible condition- my mother went through it. Will not forget you John.
This is a serious suggestion, though I realise that given the circumstances it could look a little lame. There is some evidence that playing music to dementia patients can cave a positive effect. If by chance any of John's carers or relatives see this, could you try playing The Red Red Robin or perhaps Flower of Scotland to him in the hope that it, albeit fleetingly, revives memories of his once great days.
Stig, didn't we send some photos?
We did. There was someone else involved as well but my memory has gone.
RE: the music idea. Some years ago my mother suffered serious dementia and eventually had to be cared for in a home. The only times she showed any sign of remembering 'the outside world' was when we visited and my daughter played old songs and tunes for her on the home's piano, she even remembered some of the words: that's proof enough for me that it can work. Unfortunately most homes seem to think that leaving the TV on all day is enough.
As a supporter who is turned 70,I did see him play a few times,also managed to get his Autograph a couple of seasons ago when he visited the Valley.All the best to him and family.
I don't understand that comment, having lived in Lincolnshire for 4 years, Including both Spalding and Boston, I don't see how Lincoln is better for his neice than where he is ATM as Boston is 25-30 minutes away from Spalding.
But very sad to hear that he is struggling like this, good luck John the Charlton Family is thinking about you
Remember him watching games behind Charlton Dog Track. Very unassuming man such a shame that in his hour of need he has to struggle in this way. Hope he gets the right result.
All the very best John. Played in the first match I ever saw at the Valley in January 1962. Wonderful, versatile player. I hope everything works out for John and his family.
This is a serious suggestion, though I realise that given the circumstances it could look a little lame. There is some evidence that playing music to dementia patients can cave a positive effect. If by chance any of John's carers or relatives see this, could you try playing The Red Red Robin or perhaps Flower of Scotland to him in the hope that it, albeit fleetingly, revives memories of his once great days.
Stig, didn't we send some photos?
We did. There was someone else involved as well but my memory has gone.
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I remember reading in the programme a few years back that he lives in Lincolnshire and wondered why he hasn't visited The Valley, having played 500 odd games, in recent years like some other players.
I hope they reach the decision that is best for John and his happiness.
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I don't understand that comment, having lived in Lincolnshire for 4 years, Including both Spalding and Boston, I don't see how Lincoln is better for his neice than where he is ATM as Boston is 25-30 minutes away from Spalding.
But very sad to hear that he is struggling like this, good luck John the Charlton Family is thinking about you
You may not be able to remember playing the Game but there are certainly a good number of fans who do remember you playing... All the best John
A few months ago I had an email forwarded to me by WWtone from the Lincoln Citizens' Advice Bureau saying that someone called John Hewie and claiming to be a former Charlton player had come in asking for help and could I do anything.
I was at a total loss but spoke to Mick Everett at the Club who contacted the PFA. That was on a Wednesday. By Friday the PFA had him and his wife in a care home. Can't praise the PFA and especially Mickey Bennett who took a special interest in the case as another former Addick enough.
His wife, who had serious care needs, sadly died not long after.
From my own experience with my parents the social care system and its funding is very complicated and it may well be that while John required one type of care his wife required full nursing care. Her death may have complicated the issue around moving but I hope the PFA are still on the case.
I don't remember seeing John play although I may have as a very young boy but he was a favourite of my dad's so I was very pleased to have done something, very minor, to have helped him.
Long John's Scotland shirt now held in the Charlton Athletic Museum
- Yep @PFA have been supporting John for a while and still are...
I know from my own observations that music and singing can engender a positive response even in cases where alzheimers.disease is advanced.
I can see a drunken rendition of The Red Red Robin being recorded in the studio....
My nan and granddad lived in Floyd Road back in the 40's through to the 60's. They knew John and his wife who I think lived in of the club houses in Harvey Gardens. One of my mums favourite players along with Stuart Leary.
as a shot came in, the ball just bounced off his chest. If my memory serves me Long John marked Stanley Matthews one evening in a div 2 game at the Valley in the 60's.
Horrible condition- my mother went through it. Will not forget you John.
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Its about whatever makes them happier
he has to struggle in this way. Hope he gets the right result.