Is it really worth it? Would you do it?

Question

So... I get paid £7 an hour (barely even minimum wage). And for this I constantly get shouted at, verbally and sometimes physically abused, get judged heavilu(mostly due to my tattoos and piercings) and not to mention getting over-worked and working all hours under the sun... And moon.

I'm a care assistant and have been since I was 17(6 years). I love my job, but I just feel like it's getting to the point where the amount of people that appreciate the work I do is decreasing. I understand that these people are here for a reason but now I just feel like walking out but I'm in two minds. The term "better the devil you know" often springs to mind.

Should I stick it out or look elsewhere? Bearing in mind I'm also my gran's main carer and that in itself isn't easy by any stretch of imagination.

I just needed to vent and gather your input.

Answer

I think because you have been doing it so long you might need a change in your career. Do something you love and know you will always be appreciated for it. being a carer is hard people are always depending on you but now maybe it's your chance to do something for you :)
Good luck

Answer

You may need a break. 
I'm an CNA and I basically get the same especially when my tattoos show, I speak to them and they see my tongue ring, and when they realize I'm not even 20 and married. So with that, as much as I love the people I care for, I'm already in the process of switching to an EMT.

Is it really worth it? Would you do it?

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