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Any one got any positive advice, personal experience or info about a career change?

It's a scary prospect but something Im seriously thinking about - but what to do next? I've always worked in health and social care before, and still do, but keep thinking ~ hmmm, now what else could i do instead...

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Lizz

D'oh! Think I may have posted in the wrong place as not specifically health related..., sorry!

Although i s'pose in a way it is, as I wouldnt be thinking about a career change if it weren't for my health....

this is the right place.. load of jobs in Health and social care. I did dementia care part time whilst retraining for pharmacy... as you know health and social care field.. large.. lots of jobs however are physically demanding and involve shifts so not that suitable for RA?

How about teaching assistant or health promotion.. health promotion is a pet fav of mine.. x

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What about something with children or animals? non judgemental audience?

Something stress free and maybe even fun, but what? hard to change directions with RA.

Gina.

Gina.

Good luck whatever you choose

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Lizz

Stress free and fun - Yes thats what i need! ;)

Hmmm health promotion... will have a think... sounds really interesting :)

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