Bre is a geriatric nurse practitioner in Atlanta, GA, and her patients are some of the most vulnerable to the COVID-19 outbreak. The elderly, and many similarly at risk populations, are in good hands when they’re hands like Bre’s and those of her fellow public service workers.

Public Service Workers have been a driving force in maintaining the livelihood of our communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a geriatric psychiatry provider in long term care facilities, I have seen first hand how Corona has affected my service area. The nurses, nursing assistants, social workers, activities directors, nurse practitioners, dietary staff and other providers in long term care facilities such as nursing homes, personal care homes and assisted living are true unsung heroes.

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Public Service Workers have been a driving force in maintaining the livelihood of our communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a geriatric psychiatry provider in long term care facilities, I have seen first hand how Corona has effected my service area. The nurses, nursing assistants, social workers, activities directors, nurse practitioners, dietary staff and other providers in long term care facilities such as nursing homes, personal care homes and assisted livings are true unsung hero’s. . . . These providers are tasked with continuing to provide essential services to the most vulnerable and affected population during this time. They are often forgotten because they are not first responders in hospitals servicing acute needs, however, I have found that they are dealing with many of the same stressors. Many patients and residents have been diagnosed with the virus and providers are working to prevent the spread of the virus as well as ensuring proper sanitation of buildings. . . . Additionally, due to the lack of visitation from families, they are often the closest thing to family that many of the patients or residents have at this time. They are there providing medical care but they are also on the frontline attending to the psychological affect that the virus has had on patients and residents in the facilities. From increased depression, anxiety, agitation and confusion they are dealing with patients who have lost the one thing that kept them uplifted: their interaction with family and friends. To those working in Long Term Care and other living facilities, you are appreciated! . “Paid for by the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees” Please see link in bio for ways you can get involved! . . Do you know any public service workers on the frontline during the pandemic? If so give them a shoutout by tagging them and thanking them for their service!

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