Reducing the stress on new workers by dealing with issues before they can manifest once they are working. With less stress and agitation, the workers come to work feeling confident. They can be more attentive and productive in their work. Feeling scared about something can cause inattention or absenteeism which ultimately will cause stressors at work. These stressors could affect all the staff non-productively and cause resentment. Relaxed and attentive staff makes for a safer working environment.

The project was first done with care aide students to get them to open up about their fears before they are actually working in the field. It helps us understand what scares them about working as care aides and gives us Ideas on how to help them through those fears and possibly reduce them.

Both new workers and ones who have been working for many years feel better about themselves and each other. They will be able to communicate if they are feeling uncomfortable about situations that could arise.

By being able to voice their fears, they can overcome them and be able to be more productive, happier and attentive in their jobs. Which ultimately makes for a happier and safer workplace.