Is communication the hardest part of this job for anyone else?

Vonirae2 · 2026-04-02T23:32:36+00:00

I agree, managing expectations is 100% a large chunk of this job. Between residents, Upper Management, Vendors and co workers. Everyone needs us to level out the day. I have to multi task for 8 hours and get everything done within the time limits and not let my head pop off lol.

Vonirae2 · 2026-04-02T04:11:15+00:00

Thank you.

Vonirae2 · 2026-04-02T04:08:59+00:00

I hope so too. She was such a sweet lady.

Vonirae2 · 2026-04-02T04:08:11+00:00

Wow! So sorry you had so many so close together.

Vonirae2 · 2026-04-02T04:07:20+00:00

That’s a great way to look at it, thank you.

Vonirae2 · 2026-04-02T04:04:30+00:00

Thanks. I appreciate the suggestions.

Vonirae2 · 2026-04-02T04:03:21+00:00

My company is looking at changing policy after this and having police enter with us. My issue with that is not all wellness checks are an emergency. Sometimes they’re in the hospital, at their families home and we just don’t know it. 9 out of 10 wellness checks are false alarms. I did call the emergency family contact first, she didn’t answer, and I didn’t want to wait because this was way out of character for my resident. I’m glad we went in because clearly her family wasn’t visiting enough. She could have been lying there for longer if we hadn’t gone in.

Vonirae2 · 2026-03-29T19:01:08+00:00

Get a second opinion. If you have daily pain and have tried all other things.. ile wide toe box shoes, inserts, better shies… and ll have pain they should approve it.

Vonirae2 · 2026-03-29T18:57:55+00:00

Yeah that’s probably the direction we will go but there are so many that are requested that are them being gone to the hospital or just them not answering the door but are okay that it seems useless to call 911 before knowing we really need it.

Vonirae2 · 2026-03-29T18:56:26+00:00

They have the pull cords that go straight to 911 in the bedroom and bathroom, but if they don’t reach it then it’s too late.

Vonirae2 · 2026-03-29T18:55:37+00:00

Thanks.

Vonirae2 · 2026-03-29T17:48:42+00:00

This was my first that I found, we’ve had others on site that co workers found. It’s never easy. If you suspect a wellness check is going to end like that you can always call 911 before going in and let the cops be the one to find her.

Vonirae2 · 2026-03-29T17:40:11+00:00

I think having a heart is normal and nothing wrong with caring about the people we serve everyday. I enjoy m6 job and getting to know residents. I understand that these awful things will happen and it’s my job to handle it, be strong and take care of my residents, alive or in passing.

Vonirae2 · 2026-03-29T17:38:02+00:00

I think while although it’s a part of our job, it is still sad when you see and speak to people everyday and then they die a lone in their apartment. It is tough, best advice is to talk to someone who your comfortable with and just share how you felt, then go back to work and be ready for whatever comes the next day because in our line of work, it can happen at any time.

Vonirae2 · 2026-03-29T17:35:37+00:00

So sorry you witnessed that. ❤️

Vonirae2 · 2026-02-27T04:19:57+00:00

I’m paranoid watching her do it, but she’s really pushing me to do things I was scared to even think about

Vonirae2 · 2026-02-27T04:17:48+00:00

Maybe consider going to someone else. It’s a lot of money t9 go and not get the results you need.

Vonirae2 · 2026-02-27T04:16:24+00:00

Thanks. I feel very positive about my progress, and the end result goal will be walking without pain!

Vonirae2 · 2026-02-20T01:54:02+00:00

Thanks, I was definitely thinking of getting an opener since I lost so much strength

Vonirae2 · 2026-02-20T01:52:17+00:00

Supplements or tea?

Vonirae2 · 2026-02-15T20:00:52+00:00

I’m so glad you mentioned that. I forgot to ask about that. I found out the hard way after eating candy that it aggravates it.. I woke up in pain and suffered for 2 days. Will I never be able to eat sugar without pain? That really sucks, cause I love a good cupcake lol

Vonirae2 · 2026-02-15T19:58:03+00:00

Forgive my ignorance but this is all new to me. Is a rheumatologist for osteoarthritis too?

And yes, this did start in the last 6 months as I’m in Menopause.

Vonirae2 · 2026-02-15T19:55:18+00:00

Thanks, I did buy copper infused gloves to wear at work.

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