I HAVE had it up to pussy's bow with the relentless and largely unjustified criticism of the aged care sector. I have spent most of the last 30 years proudly working as a diversional therapist in residential aged care homes and advocating for the residents and I can tell you the seemingly endless negative commentary is beginning to take its toll on the residents and the staff; who are some of the most remarkable human beings I have ever met.
There is nothing glamorous about a career in aged care. Those who have chosen to care for our elders have done so because of their unbelievably compassionate and caring nature and the desire to really make a difference in the lives of those they care for.
