Posted by Katrina Beegle (205.179.108.3) on September 25, 2003 at 13:08:53:
In Reply to: how long have you been in the Activity Profession posted by Martha on September 23, 2003 at 23:18:56:
: Hi all,
: Just strolling down memory lane today. Thinking about all the changes that have happened since I've been in Activities, nearly 20 years. I was courious, how long have any of you been in the Activity profession and what changes, for better or worse, have you seen?
: I think on a positive note, the increased respect for activities, and the certification available to us.
: The negative, is the increase in paper work!! MDS, RAPs, etc. and the time it takes us away from our residents....there's another change, they used to be called "patients" and wear hospital PJ's all day. hardly any of them wore street clothes.
: We had strict visiting hours. Residents were restrained in their chairs, beds, side rails were up on all the beds.
: Love to hear from you all and about your experiences in the field.
: have a great day,
: Martha
Hi, everyone! I am a new commer. I have only been doing this for about 4 months. Any advise from anyone would be wonderful. I love this career choice and it is going absolutley wonderful. At this point, I am working with adults with developmental disabilities. Starting Monday I will be at a nursing home. Any pointers!
Thanks.