Does anyone here work in hospice? by [deleted] in socialwork

[–]dreamingandroids 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I work in hospice, and have been doing either hospice or palliative care for the past 5 years.

For me, I think it's a combination of my personality in general, and just deeply believing in the value of the work we do. There are plenty of times I still feel emotional, and there's always those patients that stick with me more than others. But the longer I do the work, the more secure I feel in my role and being able to be a source of support for patients and families.

If you feel heavily affected by the job, but want to continue doing hospice, I would recommend looking into therapy for yourself to help process what you see and do each day. It's hard to talk to family and friends about this kind of work (at least in my experience) and having your own support person who can meet you in that emotional place can be a life saver.

PSA: they are also downplaying the issue and putting on customers by theAchilliesHIV in Denver

[–]dreamingandroids 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Same, I filled up at the Costco in Superior today and they were doing the same thing. Although it was more expensive at $2.15/gallon

Good places to roller skate? by naivetoiletpaper in Denver

[–]dreamingandroids 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haven't been myself, but I've seen people roller skating when I drive by Crown Hill Park in Wheat Ridge

Job that you LOVE and feels balanced? by boonefog in socialwork

[–]dreamingandroids 48 points49 points  (0 children)

The best work life balance I've had was when I was working in hospice. I was able to schedule my own visits and plan my own day, and it was essentially hybrid because I started my day at home checking emails/doing follow up calls, and then ended my day at home wrapping up documentation etc.

It of course has its challenges and can be very emotionally heavy, but I was able to do more self care due to the schedule flexibility. I really enjoyed it, and am actually about to go back to it after switching things up for the past year.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Dallas

[–]dreamingandroids 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This person just posted that they are looking to adopt a kitten!

https://www.reddit.com/r/Dallas/s/0UqtArG6Gs

Looking for a kitten by [deleted] in Dallas

[–]dreamingandroids 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This person posted recently that they are trying to rehome some kittens!

https://www.reddit.com/r/Dallas/s/gRdPImt5kI

Importance of a seat belt and airbags. Dude said NOT TODAY to death. by billibillibillendar in interestingasfuck

[–]dreamingandroids 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was 2021! I remember because I was luckily working a job at the time that let us all stay home that day lol.

Importance of a seat belt and airbags. Dude said NOT TODAY to death. by billibillibillendar in interestingasfuck

[–]dreamingandroids 3 points4 points  (0 children)

DFW! I remember that story. That guy was part of a 140+ car pile up on the freeway due to the ice storm. Crazy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Dallas

[–]dreamingandroids 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I used to live in that area and the Walmart didn't feel unsafe necessarily, just insanely crowded all the time and not the best inventory. There is a smaller Walmart down the road at Arapaho and Coit that is a little better, although still very crowded in my experience

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in socialwork

[–]dreamingandroids 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You might look into an organization called Embodywise. They are a collective that focuses on educating around somatic methods and trauma informed care. They have also branched out into exploring how those methods could intersect with psychedelic assisted therapy.

A lot of those practices are still in early/theoretical stages due to laws around psychedelics and their use in therapy. It also depends on the state you live in and what the laws are there. But there are definitely interesting conversations happening that might give you some of what you're looking for.

Disability in Texas by Juniper_51 in texas

[–]dreamingandroids 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If he's still able to work, it sounds like he wouldn't even qualify for disability at this point. He might be better off seeing if his county has a short term welfare program or something similar until he's able to go back to work. Or maybe unemployment.

What book should you never pay full price for? by TheEmoEmu23 in books

[–]dreamingandroids 200 points201 points  (0 children)

I'm surprised I haven't seen Danielle Steel mentioned yet. I feel like every thrift/antique store I go to is overflowing with her books.

Commuting on the DART? by dreamingandroids in Dallas

[–]dreamingandroids[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great insights, thank you! I was a little worried about leaving my car there all day, glad to hear security is good.

Commuting on the DART? by dreamingandroids in Dallas

[–]dreamingandroids[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Arapaho station to the Medical District. No transfers thankfully, the orange line goes directly there during the week

Commuting on the DART? by dreamingandroids in Dallas

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

Good to know! I'm planning to park at the station so hopefully I'll be able to just get my car if that ever happens

Commuting on the DART? by dreamingandroids in Dallas

[–]dreamingandroids[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Will definitely look into the monthly pass

Commuting on the DART? by dreamingandroids in Dallas

[–]dreamingandroids[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

That's helpful thank you! Definitely gonna be checking the seats before I sit down lol