nursie76

It sounds like you might need a change, but it doesn't sound like this other job is the right fit. I agree with the volunteering. If you have a new found love for folks with AD, then I am sure the Nursing homes would love you to come to talk to the folks, help them with little tasks that would make them feel a sense of accomplishment...kinda adopt them. Then, you have the best of both worlds. Sounds like you are comfortable in your current job and have a lot of freedom. Continue to look for something that will help give you a sense of fulfillment, but don't jump into something that you already have doubts about. Good luck.

mochasue

Thank you. I am sure I would never have the same relationship with any employer as I do with this one. My boss even got a one day license (don't know what it is called) to marry me and my husband. We had our wedding at his gorgeous house in his awesome yard. He preformed our ceremony. He is like a father to me. I don't know what I would do without him. He loaned my husband and I $60,000 to start our own business years ago. I continued to work for him even though we had our own backpacking/fishing store. I would go there on my lunch hour and after work. That loan was paid back before it was due. So there is a good relationship there! (That business is still going!- we sold it to do something else)

Anyway..I will probably remain here after all of your comments. Thank you all.

HeatherQuilts

I was thinking this too, volunteering would be a great way to fill in some time. That way, you aren't bound to stay there because of money, and it gives you a good feeling. Could you volunteer at one of the nursing homes? Maybe even the one your mom is in?
I think taking on the other job sounds like a no-win. To work that many more hours to only make $100 more doesn't sound worth it. (Works out to $5 an hour if you think about it!)
Just my opinion, of course!

Luv Quilts and Cats

I know how bad a boring job is. Maybe you should keep looking for the right job. Or sign up for some classes and earn a degree that will help you get to where you want to be. I have returned to school a few times since I graduated college, and I loved it every time. I kept forgetting how much I love to learn.

GrammaNan

I would stay put. The smell will never get any better and on some days it will be worse. There is a lot of sadness in extended care facilities that I would not be able to handle emotionally. There can be personal safety issues as well. Please take this in to consideration when making your decision.

jljack

You know, from all you have said, your current job is a real blessing, to you and to your boss. I think you should stay where you are. $100 for 20 hours is not good. And things should pick up in a few months. I live in Central CA, too, and we are suffering through my husband losing his business and now working at less than half his current salary. It's bad, but we are hanging on, and I will now have to work probably an extra 6 months or so before I can take my county retirement and go work somewhere else part time. You are lucky, girl!! Count your blessings and wait out the boredom.....go buy some paperbacks, or take up crochet!! :-) Just IMHO!!!!

brushandthimble

Are you talking about interview vs job offer?
I think you would get use to the order, I have worked in nursing homes and hospitals. I also hate to be bored, BUT if I could bring in a sewing machine or even better some hand work I would not be bored. I vote to stay.....Consider you would be working 20 hours for ONLY $100.00 that is $5.00 an hour. I could get use to being bored for $5.00 an hour.

JMHO

lalaland

stay where you are, you'll know the right new job when it comes along, don't settle, you would definitely be settling with the new job because you have already voiced a negative impression.

C.Cal Quilt Girl

Oh this is going to sound awful... if your any where close to me, and you decide to make the change, let me know, PM we can chat on location !!!

Can also see if NH would be interested in 2 days a week, fill in, so you can dip your toe in the water without a big plunge. that way you still retain if you don't care for the new spot.
Whatever you decide, Good Luck !!

KathyAire

If you do volunteer work with a nursing home, try to do it at the one your mom is at. That way some people will never know when you are going to show up. It's a good way to keep your eye on what goes on there. If you see things that aren't right, you would be in a better position to voice your concerns to the powers that be.

Pray about your decision.