[DianaB]

I would say that your friends were being inconsiderate. They grouped all nursing homes together as bad when you are out there making a difference. I'm sorry that you got hurt and I think that you should let them know your feelings on what they had to say. I would think that some apologies would be in order.

I'm proud of you for making such an effort in working with mental retardation. It's a very misunderstood field but the people can make it so worthwhile!!!