Work in a group home. When to return to work.

fivestar · 07-21-2008, 05:42 PM

I know that everyone's case is different. But, on average, how long should I stay out of work? I work in a group home with 6 mentally, physically, and behaviorally challenged individuals.
I do work latenights, so they are asleep most of the time. I also help them out in the morning with getting ready for day programs. (Bathing, medications, breakfast, etc).

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gilliebean · 07-21-2008, 05:44 PM

I also do this work and as long as your not lifting or doing extended bending over you can probably go back in like four days. I know i could have but i took my whole week cause i could not cause i needed to.

MyMeshelle · 07-21-2008, 06:29 PM

I had my surgery friday at 5pm and i felt fine physically today, my incisions feel great... they have me on a liquid diet like most... im only allowed 59 calories a day for 7 days -
Breakfast- 3T - Protein Drink, 3T- Broth, 3T of Jello
Lunch- 3T - Protein Drink, 3T- Broth, 3T of Jello
Dinner- 3T - Protein Drink, 3T- Broth, 3T of Jello
So i have to say i feel really weak... total lack of energy... but my healing is awesome and body feels great... just kind of out of it...