What Was it Like to Work at Pennhurst State School and Hospital?

The transcript details personal experiences and reflections of working at Pennhurst, highlighting the challenges and community support involved. It discusses volunteering, music therapy, and the dedication of staff members. Personal stories reveal the emotional and physical challenges faced, as well as the impact of community programs. The narrative also touches on the evolution of terminology used for residents and the memorable experiences that shaped the speaker's perspective.

What was one of the narrator's motivations for volunteering?

• To enjoy music

• To meet new people

• To travel

• To earn money

What did the narrator use to entertain the kids?

• Records

• Books

• Movies

• Games

What type of therapy was mentioned as part of the activities at Pennhurst?

• Drama therapy

• Art therapy

• Dance therapy

• Music therapy

What was a common activity the narrator did with the residents?

• Singing and playing music

• Cooking meals

• Reading books

• Playing sports

What did the narrator emphasize about the staff at Pennhurst?

• They were indifferent

• They were strict

• They were untrained

• They were caring

How did the narrator feel on their first day at Pennhurst?

• Indifferent

• Bored

• Shocked

• Excited

What was the narrator's approach to treating the residents?

• With strict discipline

• With affection and respect

• With fear

• With indifference

What did the narrator do when a nurse was badgering them?

• Ignored her

• Left the room

• Reported her

• Threw a bucket on her

What was the staff-to-resident ratio at Pennhurst?

• 1:5

• 1:10

• 1:50

• 1:5

What was the narrator's reaction to the showering program?

• They found it efficient

• They thought it was fun

• They were indifferent

• They were disturbed