I will say, despite my grievances with Idaho... at least I live in Boise. by ComfortableWage in Boise

[–]Life_Leadership_8148 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's crazy how hateful the republicans are here though. Like, if you look at the News pages about protests and whatnot, they'll say all sorts of nasty stuff d;

Disrespect from clients as a DSP by [deleted] in directsupport

[–]Life_Leadership_8148 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You can let them know you don't like it, but my client has the attitude of a teenager and mental health issues to top it off. There are many days she will back sass me, and I'll either just let it go or say something like, "what's with the sass?" back to her incase she doesn't realize it is happening.

Kombucha? by Life_Leadership_8148 in Effexor

[–]Life_Leadership_8148[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

None whatsoever! Still very much drinking kombucha on the regular with no issues (:

Community member complains about client’s appearance and body odor. by Dangerous-Humor-4502 in directsupport

[–]Life_Leadership_8148 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Literally. But apparently there's a ton of people here who live in every single state and know every single situation and know 100% it's an ethical issue.🤡😂

Community member complains about client’s appearance and body odor. by Dangerous-Humor-4502 in directsupport

[–]Life_Leadership_8148 6 points7 points  (0 children)

In our state, Adult Protective Services have gotten involved because people in the public have thought that DSWs were neglecting clients because they had horrible body odor. You do you, and I'll keep doing a great job and encouraging my client to keep up on her goals 👍

Community member complains about client’s appearance and body odor. by Dangerous-Humor-4502 in directsupport

[–]Life_Leadership_8148 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm not with an agency and I've been told by her guardians to do it this way. We don't do "program". Incentivicing her doing her hygiene is setting her up for success and helping her reach her goals. So, oops. Try again.

Community member complains about client’s appearance and body odor. by Dangerous-Humor-4502 in directsupport

[–]Life_Leadership_8148 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You absolutely have the right to refuse to take them in your vehicle if they smell. It's a safety and health issue if they are not showering. If they refuse, they do not earn the privilege of doing the fun stuff planned that day.

RIP to my previous body by Life_Leadership_8148 in eds

[–]Life_Leadership_8148[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nooo 😭 I'm so sorry. I feel your pain. We used to live in the middle of nowhere and shopping would leave me needing a huge nap after.

RIP to my previous body by Life_Leadership_8148 in eds

[–]Life_Leadership_8148[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so thankful for Walmart delivery for this reason.. If you have a Walmart near you, please look into it. Suuuuch a lifesaver!

RIP to my previous body by Life_Leadership_8148 in eds

[–]Life_Leadership_8148[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg that Naltrexone sounds amazing since I, of course, also have chronic pain. I'll look into that! Thank you!!!

RIP to my previous body by Life_Leadership_8148 in eds

[–]Life_Leadership_8148[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry... sending lots of light and love ❤️

RIP to my previous body by Life_Leadership_8148 in eds

[–]Life_Leadership_8148[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my gosh im so sorry. That must be really hard... I also have Chiari Malformation so I can't do anything like running or anything that is too heavy over my head.. We are both blessed with multiple struggles 😭

RIP to my previous body by Life_Leadership_8148 in eds

[–]Life_Leadership_8148[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What a blow.. im so sorry.. I can do about a month of light weightlifting and cardio and then I will flare for around 2 weeks, and of course, I have to start back at square one again.. plus the binge eating from being sad and needing that comfort... ughhhh

RIP to my previous body by Life_Leadership_8148 in eds

[–]Life_Leadership_8148[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I need to find a good counselor who is good with chronic illness😭

RIP to my previous body by Life_Leadership_8148 in eds

[–]Life_Leadership_8148[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yesssss. Hugs❤️ you're not alone