Today, I had an intake appointment with Vocational Rehabilitation. I was treated as an intelligent person, instead of an undeserving drain on society, which was an unexpected kindness. It both raised my self-esteem and made me realize just how awful people who need help are treated. More paperwork and forms were filled out and signed. Another interview to find out why I'm not working, except this time I was treated with a lot more respect, to the point where I now realize how little respect I was shown in other places. Medical release forms have been signed and promised to be sent today to start the verification of my conditions and injuries. Once verified, this will earn me another caseworker/representative, and hopefully a little more tangible help along the way.
I'm tempted to start a case worker trading card collection. I'm up to three, and there are more on the horizon. I'll have enough for a pack and a stick of gum soon. Maybe I could set up a black market trade of Idaho caseworkers trading cards. Statistics will include helpfulness ratings based on the number of other services suggested and/or referred to and actual help provided. The referral rating is important because there are services out there to help poor people but it does no good if you don't know about them.
I really enjoy your humor! Knowing Heather, Hannah and Sarah, it obviously runs in the family! BTW, I am Gerald's Uncle on his Mom's side.
ReplyDeleteAh! We consider much of Jerry's family to be bonus family here. I'm glad you're enjoying the blog.
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