The Harsh Realities of Work at Pennhurst State School and Hospital

The transcript describes the work environment at Pennhurst, highlighting the roles and responsibilities of aides and clients. It details daily routines, patient care, and the emotional impact of work on clients, emphasizing the sense of self-worth and productivity it provided. The narrative also touches on the exploitation and lack of compensation for the work done, suggesting that many clients could have been self-supporting if given the opportunity.

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