I saw my counsellor yesterday and she has asked me to keep a record of all my feelings as i go through this hard time......So I decided this would be the best place to do it......This is what actually happened to me on the 16th of Feb.

I am a mental health disability respite Team leader. I had a client snap 2 times the first I only got kicked 2 times in the stomach, the next week after having three days off I was assured that strategies and protection would be put in place for me BOY was I wrong.

Within 20 mins of starting work I was attacked for 45mins by a lady who was like an animal...I don't wish to be cruel but I cant explain it any other way. I was kicked 8 times between my breast bone and pelvic bone leaving bruises and big as youe hand held wide open, I had bruises on my arms and I have a broken wrist in 3 places and tendon, ligament and nerve damage.

Now I have my slipped band.

Emotionally this has been hell coming to terms with an assault, not working, being hurt so bad and a work place that did nothing to protect me.

I am hurting both physically and emotionally and my main emotion is anger and fear at another surgery that easnt necessary:frown:

I am so sorry you had this happen to you.

You have had some wonderful success with your band so far. The operation to replace it will happen soon and I think that will be a good time to let go of the past hurts and refocus on yourself. Being a counselor you know better then most what it will take to heal not only from the attack but the lack of trust with your co-workers/employers. (file suit against the bastards!!)

Take the time you need to heal. Come back and let us know how you are doing. I hope you have an equally wonderful family who can care for you now.

Best wishes on a speedy recovery, Amanda