Life Alert

[Tink]

Angie, I've had more variety in jobs than I almost dare to admit. That's what happens when you're my age and have a restless spirit I guess. That's where my screen name "Tink" came from... I TINKER in many things, master none.

The home health care lasted less than 2 yrs and was something I just fell into. I got a call from a friend asking if I'd be interested in the job because she had been asked in church whether she knew anyone who might be willing to hire out. She and I had taken EMT training together, and had worked as CNAs together, and she knew I wasn't working at the time.

It was truly one of the most pleasant experiences I've had. I really fell in love with the gentleman I took care of and his family. As his condition worsened, I was put in charge of hiring, scheduling, and supervising others to provide round the clock care for him. He was a wonderful man who really appreciated being able to stay in his own home in spite of his medical problems.

What's cool is that my oldest dd, who is a nurse, also does home care. She takes care of an 11 yr old who is on a ventilator and other high tech things. She too loves her work. It really is something where you get as much as you give.