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RPinC's avatar

Oh the memories that this brings. I recall the 'forced march' from eagerness to embrace the challenge, enrich the lives of residents and make a real difference to having it all taken by misguided, often abusive management. You did right by stepping away though I know it broke your heart,

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Jim Clayton's avatar

This made me LOL: "beware of any nursing-home employee in high heels"

I love performing at seniors' residences, but am only there long enough to set up, perform for an hour, and then chat with residents for maybe twenty minutes' afterward. I don't think I'd be cut out for a longer stay than that.

Also - this article explains the rapid turnover in staff. On multiple occasions I've been booked by a rec director who's no longer there by the date of the performance.

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Jill Louise Léger's avatar

Thank you for reading, dear Jim. And yes--staff can only take so much nonsense before they move on.

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Lia Kvatum's avatar

I remember hearing about this, but seeing it written out makes it so vivid. It's just outrageous, and I'm so sorry that you had to experience all of that. The mandate to do groundskeeping work on top of caring for residents threw it over the edge for me. Your description of being summoned via PA system also made my stomach sink. Just....bad. I'm so glad you're in a better situation now.

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Amber's avatar

Wow. What a look behind the doors. I'm impressed you lasted as long as you did, making an impact despite all of the challenges. The world needs more people like you to contribute in word and deed!

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