Alan Moniz, 59-years-old, was laid off from his factory job and unlike his other co-workers who were also laid off, decided he wanted to go back to school to get his occupational therapy degree so he could help the elderly. He helps people recover from surgeries and accidents so they can get back to doing their daily activities. Moniz feels like this work is more fulfilling than working in a factory and goes home everyday feeling like he’s made someone’s life better. Moniz chose to do this because he is a cancer survivor, wanted to help other people, and knew that there are a lot of jobs in the health industry.
Posts tagged laid off
Worker Finds Fulfilling Job After Being Laid Off
Saturday, October 23rd, 2010Maintaining Your Net
Friday, October 9th, 2009Don’t slam the door on your way out — keep in touch with co-workers who can help you keep abreast of developments in your field, and may even be your connection to the next gig.
Where are They Now?
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009Catching up with four victims of the recession.
Shifting Jobs, Moving Family
Thursday, July 30th, 2009An executive recounts his founds of networking, and the final decision affecting his whole family.
Sometimes, You Have to Go Home Again
Friday, June 19th, 2009Another tale from the economic rubble.