I just got back from the retirement home. I was shown the 'computer lab' which was more a little corner by the stairway of five computers. Jeesh.. They run fairly well though, besides the frequent crashes. I was introduced by the guy who runs the home, and we talked a bit and such. He's nice. Talks slowly, I noted. It was interesting watching the old people wandering around, one petting a cat, another giving me a stare as he moved slowly across the hall. I think I'd work better with old people, as they're slow and quiet, while children are energetic and noisy. A calm atmosphere would be good for me to work in, as excessive noise stresses me out. Also I feel unintimidated by them, as they seem fairly calm and patient. The manager described them as like 'puppies' which was funny to picture. Anyways.. You don't actually have to know much. Just how to do the basic things of the computer.. And be willing to teach the old ones how. Which I indeed am.
I got introduced to Don, the computer guy, a man with a large belly and missing teeth with big glasses. I wasn't intimidated by the not so pleasant appearance of these people, because I know that it's just age, it doesn't mean much. He seemed to know what he was doing, and said he learned it all from a book, which I found surprising.
I started up a log in and tested it out, and it was quite simple.
I said I will be working there eventually for sure.
I'm looking forward to working there because I'd much like to talk and help out the elderly, as I don't really talk much and I like to feel like I'm helping.. I like to hear people's stories too.
I could run an art class or something, anything, too. And I noted on the bulletin board that if they were feeling lonely they could have a volunteer 'friend' to keep them company. That'd be fun. Anyways, I'll enjoy this.
-Tanya
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