Tenants Are Leaving

The bedbug problem in the KMHC building has made more than a few tenants decide to move out. Elenore was one and now we have Shirley. Last week when I saw her load up some of her belongings into her daughter’s van I asked what happened. She explained she’s had enough with bedbugs and being blamed for the KMHC infestations. Now bloggers just picture a petite elderly widowed woman made to feel unwelcome by UNH's staff and a few tenants. From what Shirley said the KMHC office sent her a letter stating they are coming in her unit to take pictures. This upset Shirley and refused to allow them entry she then spoke to a social worker for assistance. The social worker advised Shirley to go to the police there is a special unit that will help seniors in crisis. There are times when UNH’s will over step the boundaries especially to those who don’t know their tenant rights, I know because I experienced it. Anyway near the end of our conversation I gave Shirley some encouragement and a hug and pointed out don’t allow KMHC get her down. Look at moving out as a step forward to better things. I also offered to help load up her heavy stuff (furniture) on moving day.

Looking for a HOW – After Christine D. left I noticed a job posting on the information highway in PDF format. UNH’s is looking for a replacement. After carefully reading the job duties my suspicion is correct using the term Housing Outreach Worker aka HOW is misleading. UNH’s really want is a jr. tenant supervisor. Well guess what! I’ve been on this planet long enough to know I don’t need supervision and most tenants in the building feel the same. There are 18 required qualifications and tasks for the job which I’m not going in to but I will add a few satirical requirements to the list. :)

19. Applicants must be able to chew bubble gum on a regular basis HOW Lynda will give proper demonstration.

20. Applicants are required to wear chapstick and pucker up good before ass kissing UNH’s senior staff.

21. At meetings applicant must pretend to show interest at what the hell UNH’s is talking about.

22. Opinions and suggestions – Applicants are allowed to think it but not speak it.

23. During office hours applicant must wear a muzzle when approaching select tenants or risk being fired.

Good luck to all applicants and remember HSC Ingrid will provide a free class on rude gestures. ;)

Until next time have a good day. :)

Tk.

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