Some days are definitely harder than others. For example today we visited an elderly woman who is dealing with her disabled husband, the death of a family member, and the stress of the hurricane aftermath. You just have to sit with these people and let the emotions flow.
For example, today my partner, Becky, and I talked to an elderly woman who is facing multiple issues. She is the caregiver for her disabled husband, is suffering from the loss of her grandson, and stressed from the damage from the hurricane. She just moved into her home one year ago, and her tears told more than her words.
Working with the members of the School of Social Policy and Practice has been amazing. We both bring fresh ideas and can feed off of each other when speaking with the residents in their homes. The challenge we face as a whole is leaving a home that is in need. The tendency in nursing is to find a problem and "fix" it. We plan an intervention and implement it. However, here the solution is more long term. It is a process which is very new and difficult for us as nursing students to face.
On a happier note, we traveled into New Orleans and toured Bourbon Street. We had a nice time singing some karaoke (Gina sings a mean Billy Joel!). Hope all is well in Philadelphia. See you in a few days!
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