The Rotary Club of Derry were our hosts for the lunch meeting. It was great meeting everyone at the club and we each gave a short presentation to introduce ourselves. We weren’t the only guests though, a lady called Karen Testerman who is campaigning to be Governor of New Hampshire was also there and it was fascinating to listen to her talk. A real insight into State politics.
After lunch we all climbed aboard ‘The Beast’ and Peter drove us to a local art museum which had a diverse collection of European and New England art. We met Linda, Jay and Bob at the museum
After this visit we headed to Bow and met our host families.
Abi Buxton
Well... we finally made it! Started off the first day with a vocational visit to Broadway Chiropractic Office in Derry with Dr’s Phil and Jessica. It was an excellent opportunity to compare assessment and treatment practices between physiotherapists and chiropractors in general and to find out more about the American Health Care system. A brilliant start to the trip!
After lunch we all climbed aboard ‘The Beast’ and Peter drove us to a local art museum which had a diverse collection of European and New England art. We met Linda, Jay and Bob at the museum
After this visit we headed to Bow and met our host families.
Abi Buxton
Well... we finally made it! Started off the first day with a vocational visit to Broadway Chiropractic Office in Derry with Dr’s Phil and Jessica. It was an excellent opportunity to compare assessment and treatment practices between physiotherapists and chiropractors in general and to find out more about the American Health Care system. A brilliant start to the trip!
Hayley Richardson
I spent time today at Home Health and Hospice Care in Merrimack. It was an excellent opportunity for me to learn more about the Hospice movement in America. Mary McInnes, Clinical Resource Coordinator spent time explaining the financial options, care packages and limitations that they work with in America. I was then lucky enough to be given a tour of the House and introduced to Wendy Sage, Development Associate who explained the fundraising activity that they have and areas that they require support to assist in the services that they offer.
An eye opening vocational visit that has given me a greater understanding of Hospice Care in America and it is only day one!!
I spent time today at Home Health and Hospice Care in Merrimack. It was an excellent opportunity for me to learn more about the Hospice movement in America. Mary McInnes, Clinical Resource Coordinator spent time explaining the financial options, care packages and limitations that they work with in America. I was then lucky enough to be given a tour of the House and introduced to Wendy Sage, Development Associate who explained the fundraising activity that they have and areas that they require support to assist in the services that they offer.
An eye opening vocational visit that has given me a greater understanding of Hospice Care in America and it is only day one!!
Richard Smith
Peter March arrived to collect me for my vocational visit. We drove to his office and workshop on the other side of town where his business, NH Signs, is based. Peter explained their business to me and we had some great discussions about the company. It was really interesting to hear that many of the challenges and issues NH Signs faces are similar to Maybo’s and I enjoyed sharing some of our ideas and experiences with each other.
Peter showed me around the office and workshop and introduced me to the team. His designer Cliff kindly told me about his work and talked me through a number of key projects they’d worked on. Peter also explained their scheduling approach. It was really interesting to learn how they organise their work and production line, particularly the manufacturing side because I’ve only ever worked for service companies.
After meeting Peter’s wife (and colleague) Noleen, Peter and I drove into Manchester and visited a couple of his team who were fitting a new sign to a tanning salon.
Peter March arrived to collect me for my vocational visit. We drove to his office and workshop on the other side of town where his business, NH Signs, is based. Peter explained their business to me and we had some great discussions about the company. It was really interesting to hear that many of the challenges and issues NH Signs faces are similar to Maybo’s and I enjoyed sharing some of our ideas and experiences with each other.
Peter showed me around the office and workshop and introduced me to the team. His designer Cliff kindly told me about his work and talked me through a number of key projects they’d worked on. Peter also explained their scheduling approach. It was really interesting to learn how they organise their work and production line, particularly the manufacturing side because I’ve only ever worked for service companies.
After meeting Peter’s wife (and colleague) Noleen, Peter and I drove into Manchester and visited a couple of his team who were fitting a new sign to a tanning salon.
Charlotte Jones
Gilbert H. Hood Middle School, Derry, New Hampshire
I spent time with Pam Richard, the school's social worker. It was fascinating to learn about the education system and to see how much the school does to support its children. School nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists and counsellors are all based at the school (part of the staff) for immediate action if a child needs support. Pam showed me the "Upper Room" in Derry - similar to a children's centre in the UK but for families with children of all ages, not just 0-5yrs. A great idea! It was wonderful and heart warming to see Pam's passion and commitment to supporting the children and their families. It's people like this that can really make a difference!
Gilbert H. Hood Middle School, Derry, New Hampshire
I spent time with Pam Richard, the school's social worker. It was fascinating to learn about the education system and to see how much the school does to support its children. School nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists and counsellors are all based at the school (part of the staff) for immediate action if a child needs support. Pam showed me the "Upper Room" in Derry - similar to a children's centre in the UK but for families with children of all ages, not just 0-5yrs. A great idea! It was wonderful and heart warming to see Pam's passion and commitment to supporting the children and their families. It's people like this that can really make a difference!
Ruth Portway
My first vocational session, shared with Abi, at the Chiropractitioner practice of Philip and Jessica Szalowski in Broadway, Derry. A really interesting morning, both being shown techniques and sharing clinical experiences. Abi had a physical assessment carried by Jessica as a demonstration of the procedure she would typically us.
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ReplyDeleteSounds like you're seeing and experiencing lots and your hosts are wonderful! I noted that Richard is already enjoying cooked breakfasts - I'm afraid that's not surprising to us :)! Love the photos, what a fantastic banner! That must've been great to see as you stepped off the plane! Have a ball and keep on writing and posting piccies! Lots of love, Rosalind Smith xxx