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tomorrow I have to face both my social worker and her boss and ask for a new social worker. I have been treated like dirt since september and just want my life back. Just because I have been assaulted does not mean I deserve to be treated like a naughty child.She gives me no respect and fights me tooth and nail if I try to do anything myself, including getting dr which is required by the stupid committment. She even calls the dr and tells them not to take me. She has a dr picked out for me and is ticked that I refuse to see he because he is male. I sincerely hope to get rid of her. she is making my life a living hell.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
Focus on the quality of care that you are not receiving. I would also consider asking about and requesting the written policies that prohibit you from choosing your own health care providers.
"Being treated like a child" is a judgment and the supervisor will likely not respond. Focus instead on your right as a patient to choose the medical professionals that you feel comfortable and confident with.
Also, unless you signed consent forms for the doctor that the social worker called, I would also mention the violation of your confidentiality. A social worker generally cannot contact a doctor without your signed consent -- I assume the social worker is through an agency or community resource.
Hope that help.
If the meeting does not go well ask what the formal complaint process is so that you can follow up.
((hugs))
When you ask, you give people permission to say no. Sometimes just telling them what you are doing leaves them no choice but to say okay.
If you focus on your feelings you will be treated with typical conflict resolution and de-escalation approach. I advice against talking about your feelings. This is an issue of your rights and services.
If the meeting doesn't go well, I would also ask for a copy of "Freedom of Information Act" and "Confidentiality". Unless there is more detail, the social worker violated your rights under the law and with the agency.
Good luck.