Food Pantry Experience Analysis

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As part of the nursing pathway at school, we are given an opportunity to work one on one with real residents at a nursing home. When I began working with these wonderful people, I was saddened by their inactivity and complacency. As a result I wanted to be a source of their joy not just a care giver doing a job. Therefore I dedicated myself to create an atmosphere where these humble residents are able to enjoy their golden years. Nonetheless I began to create a strong bond with the residents I would read to them, talk to them, as well as care for them. In a short time, my attitude was infectious as many of my classmates began to set goals in order to bring a bit more sunshine into the dreary place. As a result these retirees are bound to live out their lives. …show more content…

I learned, there are numerous families who undergo a struggle each day just to get food on the table. Although I wished I could do more, I was very humbled to be able to carry their food to their vehicle, knowing that they wouldn 't go home with an empty belly. Throughout this experience I began to build a bond with the local citizens while empathizing their situation. Even though I wasn 't able to do much... I am pleased to be able to be a part of the food pantry. A small entity that made a huge difference to families in