I was saddened to read the report about Irene Hardiman being taken off her doctor's list for harassing staff (Argus, July 5).

When my mother lost her husband she also became confused but, unlike Irene, she had the most understanding GP I have ever met. I accompanied her to the surgery and she was always shown great respect by all the staff.

Like my mother, it is obvious all Irene wants is to maintain a little independence. I feel the Elm Grove surgery have a lot to learn about old age.

-Eileen Goding, Chailey Avenue, Rottingdean