Fresh perspective

There are so many other threads about what you hate/dislike about your job, unit, aides, etc., that I wanted to share a new perspective. What do you all love about working in LTC???

For me, it's all about the moments, some are brief flashes in time, when the residents can express their appreciation. I was helping one resident get her feet on the footrests of her wheelchair and I asked if there was anything else she needed. She took my face with both hands, gave me a big kiss on the cheek, and said, "No, thank you." That made my day and still makes me smile when I think about it.

Yes, there are some truly cruddy days at work, but the others more than make up for it. What are your favorite moments in LTC?