I got to work on time today which was much better. I had contacted the Taxi company yesterday and told them about the lateness of getting me to work and the lady I spoke to said that's not good enough and she will talk to the drivers and thanked me for letting her know.
Work was better today as I did some hands on work, I took the answer phone messages then went over them with G (Co-Manager) then I rang the people back to help them. I almost made my first booking too but we were unable to help with there type of booking. I went over a few things that I didn't uite understand the first day. Yesterday I typed up some things and put them in a folder for my own use, so I understand things in the way I can.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
My First Day At Work XD
Today was my first day at work and it went well. I'm doing 4 hours from 12.30pm to 4.30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
I'm basically being trained on the Basic things today and was shown how to use the photocopier which I will use on the odd occasion. It be a couple months before I do complete bookings but before that I can take information for bookings and hand it over to the Co-Managers, I just need to know what information I need to ask for. I was shown where the Office Manual was so I can read it as it will tell me how to do certian things eg get answer phone messages etc. I didn't do any hands on work today so it was 4 hrs of listening and gathering information.
The work area is very small and I have just enough room to turn around to go back out of the room. If someone sits at the other part of the corner desk then I can't move really, so space is very limited. The first thing that was done was to keep the floor space clear of objects so I don't run them over, as there modem was on the floor so it needed to be moved. Once my corner desk is in place and we setup the desk then it should be better. I noticed today that when I was sitting at the desk and G was talking to a customer at the window and the other Co-Manager came in to put something away in a draw and I felt in the way. I'm hoping that we can improve where things are so that I don't feel like I'm in the way and draws are easy to get to with no one in the way.
I was disappointed with the taxis though as they got me to work 15 minutes late errrr and arrived 15 mins late again to take me home. They did tie my chair down really well, compared to some other taxi companys so that was a good thing.
I'm basically being trained on the Basic things today and was shown how to use the photocopier which I will use on the odd occasion. It be a couple months before I do complete bookings but before that I can take information for bookings and hand it over to the Co-Managers, I just need to know what information I need to ask for. I was shown where the Office Manual was so I can read it as it will tell me how to do certian things eg get answer phone messages etc. I didn't do any hands on work today so it was 4 hrs of listening and gathering information.
The work area is very small and I have just enough room to turn around to go back out of the room. If someone sits at the other part of the corner desk then I can't move really, so space is very limited. The first thing that was done was to keep the floor space clear of objects so I don't run them over, as there modem was on the floor so it needed to be moved. Once my corner desk is in place and we setup the desk then it should be better. I noticed today that when I was sitting at the desk and G was talking to a customer at the window and the other Co-Manager came in to put something away in a draw and I felt in the way. I'm hoping that we can improve where things are so that I don't feel like I'm in the way and draws are easy to get to with no one in the way.
I was disappointed with the taxis though as they got me to work 15 minutes late errrr and arrived 15 mins late again to take me home. They did tie my chair down really well, compared to some other taxi companys so that was a good thing.
Monday, January 26, 2009
Long Weekend
It's been a long weekend as it was Auckland Anniversary Day today. It was a really nice day so it would of been nice to be at the waterfront or Mission Bay.
I went out yesterday with Richie to the mall to look around and get some more veges. We had some lunch and later came home.
Shaun and his mum popped over today to say hi as they were in the area. It's good to see Shaun again, first time for the year hehe.
I watched some 24 over the weekend too as I love that program.
I went out yesterday with Richie to the mall to look around and get some more veges. We had some lunch and later came home.
Shaun and his mum popped over today to say hi as they were in the area. It's good to see Shaun again, first time for the year hehe.
I watched some 24 over the weekend too as I love that program.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Job Work in Process - Wrong Freakin Desk Delivered
I got a call just after 12.30pm this afternoon from the guy delivering the desk to say there has been a mix up and they delivered the wrong desk. NO FREAKIN WAY!! They had delivered a normal long adjustable height desk in which they setup as a temp desk as the office desk was put away in storage. The office now has a temp desk for all of us to work from until mine arrives.
I then got a call my M one of the employers telling me that my workstation will have an overlap at each end and it will hang over the other desk that will be slotted under and next to my desk. M was saying that if the adjustable desk was lowered too much and it hits the other desk it'll break it. M then said that the OfficeMax guy was saying that they can add more length (1 metre) to the desk to get it the length the employer's want. I told M that I would have to contact R my OT and Workbridge too as they paying for the desk, even if it cost $100-$150 more. I said I will get R (OT) to contact her as soon as she can.
I was pretty upset about all this, the delivery of the wrong desk didn't help, but for my employer to go on about how she still not happy with the desk etc.
M my employer then rang me up again and sounded angry about it all saying why didn't Workbridge contact them to ask them if the desk is the right length for them as the standard height adjustable desk isn't really suitable. I didn't like the way M was talking to me either by asking me "do I understand what she is talking about?" and I said yes I do. M asked if R (OT) had contacted me yet and I said no she's most likely out and about doing assessments. M told me that Management are not happy and don't want the top of the desk to be ordered till they again talk to R my OT. I explained to M that Workbridge are to help me into work by funding me any equipment I need to keep me in a work environment, they are not there to provide the employer's equipment for there use. They expect the employer's to help in some way to make it workable. Workbridge have funded me a workstation I can work from and they can work from too but it's not going to be exactly the same length they want. M then said it's been a nightmare for them which didn't make me feel any better. In fact it's been more of a nightmare for me getting this far. I was pissed and very upset.
I ended up contacting my Dad and told him everything and he contacted R (OT) and told her what's happened and that I'm very upset about it. R wasn't very happy to hear this and said that it's sad that this is happening as they are ruining the relationship between me and themselves before I even start my work.
R (OT) rang me to say she spoke to my Dad, then spoke to M my employer and asked for the OfficeMax delivery guys number. Later R rang me back to say that the desk is ordered now and it'll be a little shorter at 1500x1600 and it be ready in 10 working days. Once it's delivered R will come out and check to see how it's working out. I don't have to do anything and I feel a little better now.
EDIT: Just got another call from M my employer to check that I know what's happening, she was a lot calmer. I said yep R has filled me in and I will be coming to work next week. M said oh I thought you be starting when the correct desk comes in and I said nope as I can work off the adjustable long desk. M said that they have added another desk in there so it makes it an L shape. I said I will just be careful about not hitting the desk legs when I turn. I also said I have lots to learn so won't be doing too much up front and M agrees so we will see how it goes next week. I've already re-arrnaged transport so I'm not stopping this.
I then got a call my M one of the employers telling me that my workstation will have an overlap at each end and it will hang over the other desk that will be slotted under and next to my desk. M was saying that if the adjustable desk was lowered too much and it hits the other desk it'll break it. M then said that the OfficeMax guy was saying that they can add more length (1 metre) to the desk to get it the length the employer's want. I told M that I would have to contact R my OT and Workbridge too as they paying for the desk, even if it cost $100-$150 more. I said I will get R (OT) to contact her as soon as she can.
I was pretty upset about all this, the delivery of the wrong desk didn't help, but for my employer to go on about how she still not happy with the desk etc.
M my employer then rang me up again and sounded angry about it all saying why didn't Workbridge contact them to ask them if the desk is the right length for them as the standard height adjustable desk isn't really suitable. I didn't like the way M was talking to me either by asking me "do I understand what she is talking about?" and I said yes I do. M asked if R (OT) had contacted me yet and I said no she's most likely out and about doing assessments. M told me that Management are not happy and don't want the top of the desk to be ordered till they again talk to R my OT. I explained to M that Workbridge are to help me into work by funding me any equipment I need to keep me in a work environment, they are not there to provide the employer's equipment for there use. They expect the employer's to help in some way to make it workable. Workbridge have funded me a workstation I can work from and they can work from too but it's not going to be exactly the same length they want. M then said it's been a nightmare for them which didn't make me feel any better. In fact it's been more of a nightmare for me getting this far. I was pissed and very upset.
I ended up contacting my Dad and told him everything and he contacted R (OT) and told her what's happened and that I'm very upset about it. R wasn't very happy to hear this and said that it's sad that this is happening as they are ruining the relationship between me and themselves before I even start my work.
R (OT) rang me to say she spoke to my Dad, then spoke to M my employer and asked for the OfficeMax delivery guys number. Later R rang me back to say that the desk is ordered now and it'll be a little shorter at 1500x1600 and it be ready in 10 working days. Once it's delivered R will come out and check to see how it's working out. I don't have to do anything and I feel a little better now.
EDIT: Just got another call from M my employer to check that I know what's happening, she was a lot calmer. I said yep R has filled me in and I will be coming to work next week. M said oh I thought you be starting when the correct desk comes in and I said nope as I can work off the adjustable long desk. M said that they have added another desk in there so it makes it an L shape. I said I will just be careful about not hitting the desk legs when I turn. I also said I have lots to learn so won't be doing too much up front and M agrees so we will see how it goes next week. I've already re-arrnaged transport so I'm not stopping this.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Job Work in Process - I have a Start Date!!
I can't believe this but I've finally got a start date for my job! Yea isn't that amazing after all the work I've done to get this far. I start work next week on Tuesday 27, January 2009. I'm excited and nervous as well, but once I get going I will feel better.
I have emailed S my Support Person and R my OT ro let them know. Funny thing is, T from Workbridge rang me to see how things were going so I updated her too. I contacted WINZ and left a message with my Case Manager so she can contact me and hopefully send me some forms that I will need the Employer's to sign letting WINZ know about my work details as it'll affect my benefit.
I have emailed S my Support Person and R my OT ro let them know. Funny thing is, T from Workbridge rang me to see how things were going so I updated her too. I contacted WINZ and left a message with my Case Manager so she can contact me and hopefully send me some forms that I will need the Employer's to sign letting WINZ know about my work details as it'll affect my benefit.
Tendinitis, Bursitis or Torn Rotator Cuff
I have had some shoulder pain over the last week on movement so decided to get it looked at by the Doctor. I think I need some anti-inflammatory tablets to help relive the pain and inflammation as it could get to the point I can't move my arm. I've had this problem twice before, once was worse than what I have now so I know the signs well.
I notice the pain more when pushing my manual wheelchair at night and in the morning, showering and dressing and during some transfers. I use my arms a lot too so I'm probably overusing the shoulder area.
The Dr had a look and moved my arm around to see where the pain is on movement and is not sure which of the above it is, but it could be Rotator Cuff that's bothering me as it fits the movements. I was given 10 days of Celebrex 200mg tablets to take, one a day to see if that fixes it. I normally have 2 weeks worth but that's close enough so I hope it will help my shoulder. My Dr ordered an ultrasound to be done too just to see what is going on in my shoulder, if it heals then I won't need that.
Info on these found HERE
I notice the pain more when pushing my manual wheelchair at night and in the morning, showering and dressing and during some transfers. I use my arms a lot too so I'm probably overusing the shoulder area.
The Dr had a look and moved my arm around to see where the pain is on movement and is not sure which of the above it is, but it could be Rotator Cuff that's bothering me as it fits the movements. I was given 10 days of Celebrex 200mg tablets to take, one a day to see if that fixes it. I normally have 2 weeks worth but that's close enough so I hope it will help my shoulder. My Dr ordered an ultrasound to be done too just to see what is going on in my shoulder, if it heals then I won't need that.
Info on these found HERE
Thursday, January 15, 2009
My iMac is a Year Old
I knew today reminded me of something odd, but yea I couldn't resist to blog about it. My iMac is a year old today. So in saying that..Happy Birthday to my iMac hehe
Monday, January 12, 2009
Job Work in Process - Desk can finally be Delivered!!
While I was in my work place area I popped into work and asked about a date for the desk to be delivered. The Employer's had actually sent me an email on Friday which I never got so I asked them what email they have of mine, then I asked them to correct the email and forward the email to me. I was given a date for the delivery so I could organze a time this week.
wahooo the desk can finally be delivered and setup next Tuesday!!! This is awesome news and it means I will start work soon.
When I got home I contacted the guy from OfficeMax and asked if he could deliver the desk next Tuesday and he said yep. I will have to be there to sign the delivery slip.
wahooo the desk can finally be delivered and setup next Tuesday!!! This is awesome news and it means I will start work soon.
When I got home I contacted the guy from OfficeMax and asked if he could deliver the desk next Tuesday and he said yep. I will have to be there to sign the delivery slip.
It's my 36th Birthday
Today I'm just enjoying the sunshine and doing some things I need to do. I went up the road this morning to pick up a form from the Doctor's, then went and got some veges. I forgot to ask Mum to stop at the vege shop yesterday as it would have been a little cheaper, but oh well I got them now. I sent of my renewal for my parking permit so should get the new one soon. Casey has been sleeping most of the day as it hot outside.
I'm glad to get my carer back tonight to cook and clean as she been off for three weeks and I've been cooking and getting some hot fat burns. My house needs a clean up too so she got some work to do. UPDATE at 755pm: My carer never turned up and it turns out she has another freakin week off. So bad communication between her and the company or one of them has stuffed up.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Birthday Dinner with Family
It's my birthday tomorrow and we decided to go out for dinner tonight, rather than tomorrow night. I was at Mum and Dad's for a little while and Mum helped me with a Sudoku game as I was having some trouble with it, but we managed to solve it in the end. I then showed everyone my new Nokia N95 cell phone.
We then went out for dinner at "Hallertau" where they brew there own beer, it was a nice restaurant. We ordered our meals and drinks which didn't take long to arrive. For starters I had the Crumbed lamb Cutlets and those were very nice, came with a mustart/pepper type sauce. For my main I had Eye Fillet steak on some small potatos, with tomato sauce and a peice of bacon on top. The eye fillet was really good and filling, it was a thick peice. haha I couldn't resist and ordered Apple Crumble with ice-cream which I shared with everyone. It was actually really hot so the ice-cream helped.
I then opend up some birthday gifts and got some neat things XD I got a nice bottle of Wine, a bottle of Kailua, manucure voucher, a nightie and a diary. Thanks everyone for the neat gifts.
We then went out for dinner at "Hallertau" where they brew there own beer, it was a nice restaurant. We ordered our meals and drinks which didn't take long to arrive. For starters I had the Crumbed lamb Cutlets and those were very nice, came with a mustart/pepper type sauce. For my main I had Eye Fillet steak on some small potatos, with tomato sauce and a peice of bacon on top. The eye fillet was really good and filling, it was a thick peice. haha I couldn't resist and ordered Apple Crumble with ice-cream which I shared with everyone. It was actually really hot so the ice-cream helped.
I then opend up some birthday gifts and got some neat things XD I got a nice bottle of Wine, a bottle of Kailua, manucure voucher, a nightie and a diary. Thanks everyone for the neat gifts.
Wednesday, January 07, 2009
New Cell Phone
I just brought a new cell phone for myself, kinda of a early birthday and late xmas gift to myself XD. It's a Nokia N95 slide. Click HERE to view specs
I got it for a lot cheaper than what it's normal price is and will be once the week ends of special deals. I was going to get the Nokia 6500 slider but it costed more so why not get the N5 with upgraded and more features on it, which some I will use.
I'm happy with my new phone and going to have a play
I'm happy with my new phone and going to have a play
Tuesday, January 06, 2009
Job Work in Process - Update from OT
YAY some good news. I just got a call from R saying that she has talked to the Employer that wasn't happy about the desk length. R was saying that he is happier now and understands how the process works, which I have already told both employer's but I think he needed to be re-insured from the OT.
I will be getting a call this week from the Employer with some dates and times that suit them to get the desk delivered! Once the desk is in office and I start work, R will come out and make sure the desk is working out for us all.
I will be getting a call this week from the Employer with some dates and times that suit them to get the desk delivered! Once the desk is in office and I start work, R will come out and make sure the desk is working out for us all.
Monday, January 05, 2009
Job Work in Process - Contacted OT Again
I contacted R (OT) today who did my workplace assessment letting her know that my Employer's are not happy with the length of the adjustable height corner desk Workbridge has funded for me. I said to her that they mainly use the end of the current desk for storage, like a place to keep folder a phone they rearly use sand whatever else. I also said that I did ask if he would like to be there at the assessment and he said no, the other employer will be there and to let the OT sort out what would work best for me and them.
R will contact my Employer's and discuss the desk issues. R said that if they don't want the desk that Workbridge has funded me to enable me to work from, then they should be prepared to pay for a desk for me to work from. R also said that she has come across a lot of Employer's thinking they don't need to be at the workplace assessment with the client and then later they are not happy as they don't get any involvement in the process. This creates more time and delay's for me to start work that isn't needed. I hope to hear back from R sometime soon with an update.
R will contact my Employer's and discuss the desk issues. R said that if they don't want the desk that Workbridge has funded me to enable me to work from, then they should be prepared to pay for a desk for me to work from. R also said that she has come across a lot of Employer's thinking they don't need to be at the workplace assessment with the client and then later they are not happy as they don't get any involvement in the process. This creates more time and delay's for me to start work that isn't needed. I hope to hear back from R sometime soon with an update.
Thursday, January 01, 2009
2009 is Here Already
2009 is here already!! and it's a beautiful summer's day.
January, my favorite month of the year is here. I like January because it really means Summer is here, it's my birthday month *hey who doesn't like there birthday month?* and it's the first month of the year. I love the Summer so will make the most of it.
My friend Richie picked me up around lunchtime and we went down to the mall for lunch, we went across the road from the mall to have Subway for lunch. The mall was pretty empty as most of the shops were closed but that was ok, less people to navigate around.
January, my favorite month of the year is here. I like January because it really means Summer is here, it's my birthday month *hey who doesn't like there birthday month?* and it's the first month of the year. I love the Summer so will make the most of it.
My friend Richie picked me up around lunchtime and we went down to the mall for lunch, we went across the road from the mall to have Subway for lunch. The mall was pretty empty as most of the shops were closed but that was ok, less people to navigate around.
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