Things that have happened...

[zara_zee]

So, first off, I really have to say a massive thank you to everyone who sent me condolences and kind thoughts when my mama died back in May. I was truly not up to responding individually, but I read and loved every message. Y'all are an amazing compassionate bunch of people and it meant so much to me to have that love and support from you all

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[zara_zee]

I was gobsmacked the prompt was still available the next day, but so very happy and grateful because I wanted it!!! And then, when the artists were revealed, I was super delighted by the opportunity to work with Stormbrite again. :)

I know exactly what you mean about the job too. There are some 'carers' who treat the ressies like they're lumps of meant. No dignity or respect, totally task focused. They're super fast, but they don't make the ressies feel cared for and safe.

It really is the challenge of the job, to get through the workload in a timely manner, while respecting and not rushing the clients who are old and slow and often have trouble understanding what's going on.

I value the ressie over the task, but I know that I'll speed up as I get more practice, so I'm not worried about that even though some (a very few) people do snark about the slow newbie. Mostly though, the other staff are compassionate, caring people and very understanding that it takes time to get up to speed when you're new. And I've had several staff (including RNs) tell me that I'm good with the ressies, they like my approach and so on, so it's all going well so far.

And I get some funny stories too! The ressies really are so much fun! :)

Anyway, thank you. I may very well ask you for advice at some point!

[milly_gal]

How are you finding it now? I hope it's going well hun ♥ Some people aren't built for care, but the ones who are tend to make up for it in spades! *hugs*

[zara_zee]

Still going well. Still refining how best to achieve all the tasks, of course, but love working with the ressies and trying to make their day a good one. :D

[milly_gal]

*grins* I knew you'd enjoy it/be great at it :)