#danvers state hospital

[heathengentleman]

Danvers State Hospital

[dlyarchitecture]

[cardcaptorsakura96]

Taxes, Taxes, Taxes-Chapter 3

Fandom: Supergirl

Characters: Kara Danvers, Clark Kent, Samantha Arias, Lena Luthor

Summary: What if superheroes had to pay a property damage tax every time they had a fight in the city?

Chapter 1, Chapter 2

Kara was seated across from Lena in her office. They were both just staring at each other with Samantha looking at them nervously from the other side of the room. It felt like they were in a never ending don’t blink challenge except that it had only been just a few minutes. Lena’s startled stare from early had turned icy. Kara had to admit to herself that Lena was impressive. The girl exuded confidence and intimidation with her stare, but it wasn’t enough to scare Kara off. She just kept giving her brightest smile while she waited. After another 2 minutes, Lena blinked, sighed, and shook her head. Kara had to stifle the chuckle that threaten to come out of her mouth. 

I may be able to wear her down just yet.

“Why are you here, Supergirl?”

“As I was telling your co-worker over there, I am here to volunteer for the hospital. I saw that you needed people to interact with the….”

Lena shook her head and said, “No, No. No. Don’t give me that professional bullshit! Why are you really here?”

The raven haired beauty leaned forwarded in her chair with her eyes issuing a challenge. 

Ah, she can be insightful. But would she be receptive to my true motives though?

“Honestly, I would like to use this opportunity to set myself apart from the one you called if I remembered correctly, a pompous jackass.”

“I knew I should have paid extra to have this whole office sound proof,” Lena muttered. 

Kara chuckled to herself. Lena was proving herself to be more and more interesting. She just wished she could be completely honest with her. It wasn’t quite a lie that she told her. She hated constantly being compared to the golden child that is her cousin. At least that is what the public believes. They already established a narrative in the papers that she was not only his cousin but that she was younger than him and had took her in like she was some poor defenseless child. 

If only they knew that I am not only technically older, but had to change that bumbling idiots diapers. 

“Some would see this as some type of ploy given our families history,” mused Lena. 

Hmmm, not taking the original statement. Going to have to push just a bit harder.

“I do see your point, but I think this can be an opportunity to help each other.”

Lena narrowed her eyes and scoffed. 

“And how exactly is that?”

Kara smiled brightly and said, “I did a quick research on this hospital last night. You poured a good portion of your money into this place to create state of the art equipment to provide the best quality of care for the children here. However, you have no investors to keep the cash flow coming. Several papers have done hit pieces which suggest you are working with Lex at the hospital in order to experiment on kids.”

“Which are all lies!”

Kara smirked and said, “I know that, but the public needs help with figuring that out.”

“What do you suggest?”

“I propose a partnership between the both of us. You can use photos and videos of me interacting with the kids at the hospital, and I can make an appearance at the hospital’s benefits and events to create a positive spin to rehab this place’s image.”

“And what would you want in return?”

“I just need to work off my $10,000. Plus, it would be an added bonus if this helps people to stop mistaking me for my cousin.”

Lena sighed and placed her head in her hands. 

“I don’t know about all of this.”

Sam came over and placed a gentle hand on her shoulder.

“Lena, this really could be we have been waiting for.”

“There has to be another way,” Lena muttered. 

Kara leaned back into her chair with a coy smile. 

“I guess the question you need to ask yourself is if you want your pride to come before the hospital since you don’t have enough money to keep it open another two months.”

Lena smashed her fist on her desk and looked enraged. 

“Hey! That is not fair. I can stretch my funds a little longer until we find somebody…”

Kara brightly smiled while leaning forward. 

“Do tell. Who exactly will be helping? The public hates you. Other superheroes seem to have the same perception as well since I am the only superhero that has applied to your posting other than the trolls since it went live over a year ago.”

The hate for Lena wasn’t exaggerated. The vitriol that Kara read in the paper about Lena made her skin crawl. The other superheroes weren’t much better. Some wanted to torture Lena to find out what she knew about Lex, but Clark stopped them. That startled Kara considering his hatred towards her brother. He said that going after her would go against everything they stood for. Kara often wondered if that was really true or if he was just giving the politically correct response. Kara stared back at Lena. She looked like she was in emotional turmoil twisting her hands like they were on fire.

Sam shook her head and sighed. 

“Lena, we are at the point where it is this or your mother and you know how your mother is.”

Lena placed her head in her arms on the desk and groaned for a moment. 

She looked back up with a grimace on her face. 

“Alright, we have a deal.”

Kara smiled brightly and put out her hand. Lena looked at it with a frown at first but gradually took her hand and shook it.

“Trust me! This will be a start of a beautiful relationship.”

“If only I could believe that fully.”

“Aww. Don’t sulk. I think we can make SuperCorp into a thing.”

Lena raised an eyebrow while staring at Kara.

“SuperCorp?”

“Yeah. A Super and a Corporate woman putting their families petty differences aside to make the world a better place. You can use it in marketing to promote the activities and benefits you want me to come too.”

“I don’t know about that.”

Sam chuckled and said, “It sounds perfect. I can already think of the things we can do with that theme.”

She quickly began jotting several ideas down in her phone.

Lena stared incredulously at her friend and loudly whispered, “Don’t encourage her!”

She turned back to Kara with reigned in passivity. 

“How do I contact you about upcoming events?”

Kara pulled from her pocket a small hand held device and handed it to Lena. She looked back up at Kara with confusion.

“You really just want me to press just the red button and you come running straight here?”

Kara chuckled and said, “While the red button is for emergencies, there are several other smaller buttons that you can used on the device.”

Lena frowned and looked at it more closely. She didn’t notice before, but there were several buttons, a phone and a pen. She pressed the phone icon which produced a holographic keypad where you can dial out and make a call. She noticed it had a contact list which currently only listed Supergirl, but didn’t display the number. She pressed the pen icon which brought up a holographic keyboard where she could type out messages. 

She looked up at Kara impressed but quickly changed her expression to passiveness. 

“This will do just nicely.”

She is so cute trying to hide how much she likes the tech.

Kara was jolted out of thought by a noise coming through her comms. 

“Supergirl, this is Batman. We need you in Central City. Gorilla Grodd and Solomon Grundy are raiding S.T.A.R. Labs.”

Kara sighed because she had been enjoying the tense conversation with the intriguing Ms. Luthor. 

“I am sorry to have to cut this meeting short. Duty calls.”

With that, Kara quickly flew from the room. 

It may take some time, but I think I can win Ms. Luthor over. 

[oneshotnewbie]

Can you do a oneshot where 16 year old b!d has to get her tonsils taken out and her sisters take care of her.

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You lay on one of the sterile hospital beds, surrounded by quiet medical equipment, anxiously surveying the room where you had been sent in with Alex and Kara. Your face is marked with pain, eyes exhausted as you gently touched your neck with one hand, the other resting in the blonde's hand. Your breathing was shallow and uneven, your heart pounding violently against your jaw.

“Please stop squeezing around there,” the blonde spoke softly, the worry and fear evident in her whispering voice as she pulled your fingers from your skin and intertwined them with hers.  "You are already finding it difficult to breathe. You do noz need to make it any harder for yourself." You nodded at her in agreement and looked over at the eldest of your sisters. She stood visibly nervous at one of the bedside tables and, completely lost in thought, poured you a glass of water before offering it to you. You swallowed the cool wet hard and tried to smile at her gratefully, but the pain was too much.

Kara and Alex shared worried glances before speaking to you in calm voices to reassure not only you but themselves as well. "We will be with you the whole time, you do not need to be afraid." The redhead spoke and Kara began to tell you about her life on Krypton while you waited together for the doctor. The pain in your throat was not easing but rather increasing, but the distraction and support of your sisters helped ease the fear somewhat as you waited impatiently.

Less than ten minutes later there was a knock on the door and a nurse came into the examination room with a push cart and a big smile on her lips. "Hello, are you Alex and Kara Danvers?" She happily greeted your siblings and shook their hands before taking gloves from the compartment and making her way to you. "And you must be our new patient. How are you?"

While your sisters took turns speaking in their hands to spare you the pain of speaking, the nurse did some preliminary tests and held a thermometer in front of your forehead. "Her temperature is slightly elevated." She asked saddened by this realization, taking notes on the tablet. She looked worried as she placed her cool hands on your neck, carefully examining the pressure points before looking into your mouth. “Her tonsils are severely swollen and red, almost to the point of suffocation. Doctor Cross will be with you shortly."

As soon as the words were spoken, an older gentleman in a white coat entered the room. The nurse was quick to explain the information she found out during the preliminary investigation and he nodded understandingly at the nurse before she left the room. He sat down on one of the swivel chairs and skillfully slid to the side of your bed. "Hello, young lady. I am Doctor Cross and I heard that you are having problems with your throat?" He pointed on it with a serious expression as he took a lamp with a forehead mirror out of his coat shortly after. You nodded at him, gesturing to your siblings to please continue the conversation again while he glanced down your throat.

"She can hardly talk or swallow. It is difficult for her to drink and she can not eat at all anymore. She has been complaining about shortness of breath since this morning," the red-haired woman explained to the doctor about your state of health and stood at the edge of the bed, where she gave you a hand sad smile. "How long has she been having these symptoms?"

"For about a week. At first we thought it was just a simple cold but since Sunday she has had a hard time getting her tea and soup down. As I said, she has only had shortness of breath since this morning, which is why we brought her here straight away. " Alex repeated in her mind and they continued talking for a moment before he informed you all that you needed emergency surgery. Shocked, you nodded weakly, fear evident on your face. Alex Danvers gently held her hand on your head as the doctor began to fill you in on the preparations for the surgery. Kara whispered soothing words in your ear, gently running her thumb over your skin as she reassured you that everything would be okay.

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Four days after the tonsillectomy, you were able to leave the hospital with a clear conscience and excellent health. The surgeon had carried out the procedure with precision and concentration, closing the stitches on the wounds methodically and perfectly so that you felt no pain or after-effects. Alex had picked you up after the last check-up and driven you back home, where Kara was already waiting for you with a loving smile on her lips and a strong hug.

"It feels so good to be home again," you said, slightly exhausted but happy to be back in your own four walls. The days after the procedure were difficult for you, but it was even more nerve-wracking to be without your sisters, who visited you but could not spend the whole day with you. "You have done the hardest part. Now all you need is rest and patience for complete healing." The redhead said calmly and happily as she carried a bag with medication and the doctor's instructions into the apartment.

You entered the middle of the apartment with a weak but satisfied smile before two arms hooked under your forearms and carefully guided you to the comfortable couch that was prepared with pillows and blankets. “You did all this for me?” You asked the two of them and the blonde immediately made sure that you were sitting comfortably while Alex arranged the medication neatly on the table for you. "Of course! We want to make sure you are comfortable," Kara spoke, gently placing a blanket over your body before briefly disappearing from your sight and walking into your room. She came back with some books under her arms that you had never seen before in your book corner. "Here are three new books that we bought for you, in case you need some relaxation. And you will get a cup of ypur favorite tea too."

"You guys are the best. I honestly do not know what I would do without you," you acknowledged, immediately pushing yourself into one of the comfier pillows that provided the perfect angle for your head. "I also spoke to the doctor to make sure we follow all instructions properly so that you recover well."

Nodding in satisfaction, you closed your eyes for a moment, grateful for your sisters' care. Kara and Alex stayed close to you, making sure you were comfortable while you recovered. They chatted quietly as they moved around the apartment, doing their chores so as not to disturb you. Alex prepared a small station on the table, stocked with water, soup, and everything you needed so you did not have to move around much as your breathing deepened, feeling Kara and Alex's love surround you.

The loving looks your sisters gave you every now and then that you did not see, showed the deep determination to support you on your road to recovery. You felt safe and secure in her presence, letting yourself sink into the cozy atmosphere of home as you slowly drifted into dreamland. Time passed as Alex and Kara were done with everything and sat quietly next to you, careful not to wake you up as they carefully read the doctor's information sheet, planning how they could best care for you and how they could best take turns to make sure you were looked after around the clock.

[marblesmind]

Fanfics be in some specific ass locations. You mean to tell me that there’s a demonic possession happening in the Danver state hospital?

[catierambles]

Public Relations Ch.3

Pairing: Clark Kent/Superman x Charlotte Danvers (OFC)

WC 1184

Warnings: None

@kingliam2019 , @greensleeves888

lemme know if anyone else wants to be tagged

Clark stayed even after completing his interview with her and she ended up ordering them a late lunch, telling Melissa to order something for herself as well. They talked more in-depth about her charity work, having touched on her philanthropy in the interview. He stated early on that it would not be the hit piece that everyone else was writing and instead would focus on the positives about her. She was human, and a lapse in judgment did not make her a bad person. Charlotte was charming and funny, making him laugh several times as they talked and he found himself wanting to know even more about her.

Needing something to show for his extra time there, she gave him permission to talk to some of her immediate staff, telling him to let them know that she said it was okay to talk about her candidly and honestly. She needn't have worried. Everyone he talked to had nothing but glowing things to say about her. She was generous, both with her time if they needed it, and with their holiday bonuses. She encouraged people to work hard and only hired those who did the same as supervisors but encouraged them positively. If mistakes were made, a small informal meeting was called based on the severity and the problem was addressed honestly, with a solution formed on how to fix it and how to make sure it didn't happen again. She didn't punish people for honest mistakes, but she did expect people to own up to them when they were made. Tough, but fair, was the term he heard most often.

If an emergency arose that called for someone to take time off immediately, they were allowed to do so, no questions asked. Melissa had nearly cried when he spoke to her, telling him about the time her mother was sick and she needed to take care of her. Charlotte not only gave her the time off she needed but put in extra paid time off when it looked like she was going to go past her given PTO allotment. Then, she even went so far as to pay off the exorbitant hospital bills that had been racked up in full. They had been paid anonymously, but Melissa knew it was her, or at least heavily suspected it. Charlotte cared for those who worked for her directly, honestly, and earnestly.

When it came to her business dealings, Clark knew she had a bit of a reputation for being ruthless. She took no prisoners when it came to negotiations of contracts, either private or government. When new companies were acquired and absorbed into Danvers Incorporated, she kept anyone who wanted to stay at their current salary and gave those who wanted to leave generous severance packages as well as referrals and references to other companies. She didn't leave anyone destitute. Online reviews from employees working at the companies under the Danvers umbrella were very complimentary, most saying that it was one of, if not the best place they've ever worked.

At the end of the day, and he was done talking to people, Clark found himself admiring her. She was honestly one of the good ones, trying to make her own corner of the world a better place for herself and those in it.

"Productive day?" She asked as they sat back down on the couch and he nodded.

"Very." Clark said, "I learned a lot about you and your company. I think I've got a pretty good story here, something to drown out all those trying to drag you down."

"Well, however it turns out, I appreciate the effort." Charlotte said, giving him a small smile.

"Listen, I'm going to be busy the next few days getting this all organized," Clark said, "But after that, once the article is published, would you like to maybe…I don't know, grab lunch sometime? Or dinner?"

"Are you asking professionally or personally?" Charlotte asked, regarding him softly.

"Personally." Clark said and she gave him a gentle smile.

"I'd like that." She said, "How about dinner? Wherever you would like to go."

"My favorite haunts probably aren't as fancy as what you're used to, honestly." Clark said.

"Nothing wrong with pizza or good Chinese takeout." Charlotte said, "How about this? We exchange numbers and you send me a list of your favorite places and we'll go from there. I'm sure we'll be able to find something."

"Yeah, that sounds good." He said, "Sounds like a solid plan." They exchanged numbers and he sighed, leaning back against the couch. “I should probably get going. As much as I’ve enjoyed my time here, I have an article to organize. Thank you, Charlie.”

“No problem at all.” Charlotte said, “This was the most enjoyable one by far. Want me to walk you out?”

“I remember the way and I’ve taken up more than my allotted time.” Clark said and she stood as he did, watching him grab his overcoat that he had thrown over the arm of the couch and put it on, adjusting his glasses that he had put back on while talking with her staff.

“Hmm.” She said and he gave her a questioning look.

“What?”

“I should have my tailor reach out to you.” She said, “Get you into something more deserving of those shoulders.”

“I like my clothes, thank you.” He said with a smile, “Besides, I wear my suit underneath it and anything too…tailored would be too constrictive.”

“That’s gotta be warm in the summer.”

“Not really, actually. It’s amazingly breathable.”

“Where do you keep the cape?” She asked, “Is it like, jammed in there or something?”

“It’s detachable and folded up in my bag.” Clark said.

“Ever thought about going without it? It seems like a safety hazard.” She said, “Not to mention it would be quicker when switching personas if you don’t have to fiddle with it every time.”

“Not really. It’s kind of my maintained image.” He said and she shrugged with a small sound.

“Whatever works for you.” She said and grabbed the remote, turning the door and walls clear again before going to him, reaching out to hold his arms gently. “Clark Kent of the Daily Planet, it was wonderful speaking with you.”

“It was a pleasure speaking to you as well, Ms. Danvers.” Clark said, “I’ll let you know when the article is about to be released and send you that list.”

“Please do.” She said and he hesitated a moment before leaning in, pressing a light kiss to her cheek and catching the small, bashful smile on her face as he pulled away. Charlotte watched as he left her office, giving a farewell wave to Melissa as he went past and Melissa looked at her with a shrewd grin, tapping her cheek, letting her know she had seen his parting gesture. Charlotte made a zip-it gesture across her lips, and Melissa gave her a thumbs up, mouthing the word “Nice”. Charlotte just rolled her eyes with a smile, going back to sitting behind her desk and diving back into work and emails.

[demcnsinmymind]

cult members and NPC infos for mobile, long so behind a cut as always

Cult stuff and possession nav

Possession timeline and lore for mobile Azathoth info and traits for mobile Azathoth powers for mobile

Cult members and NPC info

Dr. Arthur Friedkin

Leader of the cult of Azathoth, 1940s *01/05/1900- +08/16/1948

"Dr Arthur Friedkin was a Harvard graduate neurologist who was Collingwood's head physician from 1937 to 1948. He was famous for his work in experimental brain surgery. He was a major advocate of prefrontal lobotomy. Under Friedkin's supervision, there were about 140 lobotomies." - Morgan Turner, March 2003

Born in the year 1900, Arthur Friedkin grew up in a world all too familiar with death and suffering. Losing his father in the first world war and his mother to the influenza pandemic of 1918, the young Bostonian wanted to get answers just like anybody else in that time period. All thanks to the US' spiritualism craze around 1920, he became fascinated by the occult. Seances, spirit boards and spirit photography were an exciting opportunity and distraction from all that death.

The birth of his son Sean Everett Friedkin in the year 1921 marked a happier period in his life, and his acceptance into Harvard and a detailed dive into the world of neurology turned Friedkin away from the occult at least for a little while. Nevertheless, he remained an avid reader of works of fiction similiar to Edgar Allan Poe and H.P. Lovecraft, whose focus on cosmicism and scientific horror fascinated him especially. And even though he was a doting father and seemingly a 'family man' through and through, Friedkin's general misantrophy and generally cold and methodic approach in his field were somewhat infamous.

Friedkin moved to Maryland in 1933 and worked as Neurologist at Danver's State Hospital. When his wife became pregnant with their fifth child, they decided to leave the city and move into a spacious subburbian mansion in Ryerson Valley, a quiet little town known for its gigantic psychiatric hospital. Friedkin became part of Collingwood's medical staff in 1935 and was subsequently appointed head physician in 1937.

Since the state's focus was primarily set on Danver's State Hospital, being in charge of Collingwood allowed the neurologist, who was much younger than most his peers, to start experimenting with new and questionable procedures on the surplus of patients his hospital provided.

After the loss of his son, Friedkin founded the cult of Azathoth within the walls of his hospital and began experimenting with the idea of disrupting the veil between the real world and the spirit world. See more details for that in my detailed possession timeline.

On August 16th, 1948 six patients broke out of their room, freed more of their fellow inmates and wrecked havoc inside Collingwood Psychiatric Hospital. In the chaos, Arthur Friedkin was killed by one of the patients, Lance Preston.

The Cult

Friedkin's nursing staff, 1940s

Death, as fate would have it, would never stay far away from Arthur Friedkin, this time with a twist of irony. At the age of just 21, his first born son Sean was drafted into the US military to fight in World War II. The horrors he witnessed during that time left the sensible young man shell-shocked and damaged beyond repair. Severe PTSD, depression and psychosis were taking their toll on his mind, and despite having learned so much from his father in the field of psychology and even wanting to become a neurologist himself after the war, all hope was lost.(keep scrolling)

Sean Everett Friedkin committed suicide just three years into his military service abroad. Running straight into enemy territory and getting torn apart by heavy artillery fire, leaving his father without a body to bury, without closure, without answers, and utterly devastated. With his belief in the ability to cure mental illness shattered, and succumbing to madness himself, Friedkin once again turned to occultism to search for a solution to destroy the monster that was insanity and death once and for all.

Due to the horrors of world war II and many men lost to the battlefields abroad or on their own soil, it was not hard for the charismatic neurosurgeon to find like-minded souls within his own staff. Nurses and orderlies alike had lost loved ones and family as well and were desperate to see them return. Ever surrounded by the madness of an overcrowded insane asylum, with many patients dumped and forgotten in their care, Friedkin soon decided to combine pseudo-science with his occult beliefs. Delusions of grandeur dictated that together with new surgical treatments for the insane, they could not only cure insanity, but death itself.

Their God

Azathoth and Nyarlathotep ∞

"Outside the ordered universe is that amorphous blight of nethermost confusion which blasphemes and bubbles at the center of all infinity, the boundless demon sultan Azathoth whose name no lips dare speak aloud and who gnaws hungrily in inconceivable unlighted chambers beyond time and space, amidst the muffled maddening beating of vile drums.”

A man of science from an early age, Friedkin never believed in any conventional gods or common religions such as Christianity. Instead, he became obsessed with the Cosmic horrors described in H.P. Lovecraft's works, the most powerful Outer Gods in particular. Ever linked to psychology and insanity, Friedkin took a special interest in the likes of Azathoth and its offspring Nyarlathotep. Even seeing himself as the human embodiment of 'The Cold One', and his deceased first born as the reincarnation of 'The Crawling Chaos'.

Azathoth, known as 'The Blind Idiot God', 'Nuclear Chaos' or 'Demon Sultan' is a supreme omnipotent being. It is a significant malign presence in the Necronomicon as both Albert Wilmarth (HPL: "The Whisperer in Darkness") and Walter Gilman (HPL: "The Dreams in the Witch House") are horrified at the mere mention of its name having both read about it in the occult tome.

There is no definite description of Azathoth because everybody envisions it differently and it is always changing. According to some accounts, it is a huge sentient black hole. Among its many followers, "obscene rites" were often performed that involved "atrocities practiced on still-living victims".

Nyarlathotep, known as 'The Crawling Chaos' is a supreme omnipotent being as well, a direct offspring of Azathoth's. He differs from the other deities in the Lovecraft's Mythos in a number of ways. Most of the Outer Gods, like his father Azathoth, are exiled to the stars, Nyarlathotep, however, is active and frequently walks the Earth in the guise of a human being, usually a tall, slim, joyous man. He has "a thousand" other forms and manifestations, many reputed to be quite horrific and sanity-blasting.

Most Outer Gods use strange alien languages, while Nyarlathotep uses human languages and can easily pass for a human being if he chooses to do so. Finally, most of them are all-powerful yet evidently without clear purpose or agenda, yet Nyarlathotep seems to be deliberately deceptive and manipulative, and even uses propaganda to achieve his goals.

Unlike the other Outer Gods, spreading madness is more important and enjoyable than death and destruction to Nyarlathotep. It is suggested by some that he will destroy the human race and possibly the earth as well.

Brenda Peterson

Head nurse and member of the cult of Azathoth, 1940s *10/28/1905 - +08/16/1948

Brenda Peterson was born in Baltimore in 1902. The eldest of 9 daughters, Brenda faced the brute force and hatred of her father from an early age. A failed physician with an alcohol problem. Throughout the remainder of his failed life and with their family left in poverty, Brenda's father pushed hard for her to make it into the medical field, knowing that even though his daughter would never become a successful doctor herself, nurses and other medical staff were well sought after during the first world war.

Life in poverty as well as the ongoing abuse from her father rendered Brenda a bitter, violent woman with a sadistic streak. Feared among the patients she looked after and her peers alike, Brenda's steely attitude and work ethic made it possible for her to become head nurse at Collingwood Psychiatric hospital in 1941.

It was there that she began idolizing Dr. Arthur Friedkin, who represented everything her father failed to achieve in his life. Infatuated, almost obsessed with Friedkin, she soon clung to his every method and teachings, and was the first to join his cult when he founded it. It was her who provided Friedkin with sufficient input on which patient to chose for the next experiment and ritual, and she was also the one to admister sedatives to get their patients where they were needed. Covering their tracks by falsifying patient records and only having members of their cult on the clock whenever a ritual was supposed to take place.

Brenda became so convinced of what they were doing was right and the only way for their world to make it past the 40s, that she too involved her children in Friedkin's teachings and cult from a very early age, leaving the path wide open for future generations of said cult to come.

Brenda was the only other cult member killed along with Friedkin on August 16th, leaving behind her 21 year old son Emmett and her 18 year old daughter Jennifer. With the former continuing on the rites, rituals and beliefs of their cult despite Friedkin's passing.

Andromeda Peterson

Leader of the cult of Azathoth, 2000s *08/07/1983

Andromeda Peterson is the great-granddaughter of Brenda Peterson. Her grandfather, Emmett, went on to pass along Friedkin's teachings of the cult of Azathoth to his children, and with his entire circle of friends consisting of members of the cult, it came as no surprise that Andromeda, too, would come to believe that the veil between the real world and the spirit world ought to be broken, that chaos and a complete reset of everything that is known and conceivable is the only way for humanity to surpass its misery and death itself.

Coming from a long line of psychiatric nurses, she happens to work not just at Danvers Psychiatric hospital by the time she's 24 years old, but she is also the head of the CPH (short for Collingwood Psychiatric Hospital) historical society. A new, far more inconspicuous name for a cult that is still active and waiting for their most promising experiment and subject to turn back up in their current timeline - Lance Preston, who brought about the death of their original cult leader as well as Andromeda's great-grandmother all the way back in 1948.

With her father's passing in 2015 Andromeda has only just become the new leader of the cult of Azathoth, and just like Brenda, she's a fiercely loyal, cold and sadistic individual who will stop at nothing to unleash their god and teachings upon the world.

By 2016, it seems that her ideals are well on their way of becoming real, when Lance Preston turns back up in their timeline and is brought to her hospital, where she's more than eager to interview him in the name of the CPHHS. Lance is quick to catch on to her and the cult though and runs, leaving Andromeda and the members of her cult no choice but to try and follow him wherever he goes. Eager to catch and kill him so that his body can be fully taken over by their deity.

Matthew Sinclair

Member of the cult of Azathoth, 2000s *11/30/1986

Matthew Sinclair is another member of the cult of Azathoth and Andromeda's right hand man. Born in 1986 in upstate New York into a rich family of investment bankers, Matthew never felt quite at home where he was. By the time he was 17 years old he ran away from home, and spent the next five years on the road travelling all over the states in order to find himself.

By 2008 he ended up in Baltimore, Maryland, where he crossed paths with Andromeda Peterson and quickly became infatuated with her. Andromeda, a gay woman with no interest in men whatsoever, still saw a chance in using Matthew's infatuation for her own purposes. Promising him a place to stay and a way inside a career he's always wanted, but could never pursue to his lack of credentials and medical training.

Matthew always saw his parents as heartless bloodsuckers without a purpose, and always wanted to help people as a doctor - a career choice they heavily objected, and which ultimately forced him to run away in the first place. Andromeda's family as well as the CPHHS made almost all of his dreams come true the second he walked into their open arms though - providing him with a job at Baltimore Psychiatric Hospital as a janitor, with the prospect of making his way into a nursing position by 2014.

With his ongoing love for Andromeda, the Peterson family paying his rent and having the last say in his employment, Matthew is at the complete mercy of the cult and easily susceptible to its expert brainwashing methods. He soon follows their teachings and beliefs to a T as well, and will stop at nothing to make Andromeda happy.

When Lance Preston turns back up in 2016 Matthew catches glimpse of him and becomes a fullblown believer, convinced that everything the cult and Andromeda have been saying to him about their origins is true and worth pursuing. When Lance flees Baltimore in an attempt to get away from the cult, Andromeda sends Matthew after his known family in Washington and California, where he tries to worm his way into their lives so that the CPHHS has leverage against their most valuable asset yet.

Police Captain Malcom Hodge

Police detective for Baltimore PD, 2000s *03/03/1962

Captain Malcom Hodge was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. Incredibly involved in his community from a young age, Malcom first wanted to become a fireman, but changed his mind after witnessing severe misdeeds in the local police force and crime scene. Determined to make his hometown a safer, juster place, he pursued a career in law enforcement. Starting out as Valedictorian for his academy, Malcom was quick to climb the ladder, working his way up to Police Captain.

Him and his team have been building a case against the Peterson family for several years now, and as a former Ryerson Valley local, has had a very personal interest in the disappearances of the Grave Encounters crew for the past 13 years as well. With Lance having turned up in his city again and killing a member of the nursing staff at Danver’s Psychiatric Hospital in Baltimore, Hodge and his force are actively trying to recapture him, so they can solve not just the current murder, but the Ryerson Valley cold cases as well.

Unlike his RCMP counterparts, Hodge has a thorough and levelheaded work ethic and believes in uncovering the unfiltered truth, whatever it may be. Whether that ends with him putting Lance behind bars or putting an end to decades of debauchery and torture at the hands of the cult of Azathoth is left to be discovered.

Kiara Evelyn Miller

The only remaining family *12/10/1987

See thatevester for more detailed infos on her, as well as threads I'm writing for her.

Kiara is Lance's only biological daughter and the accidental result of a onenight stand he had during his first semester at film school. For the first 28 years of her life, Kiara has had no contact with Lance whatsoever.

Born on December 10th 1986 in Santa Barbara, California, Kiara was raised by her doting mother and adoptive father, and only learned about her heritage on her 16th birthday. By the year 2003, Lance promised he'd meet her at least once, but a month before that could ever happen, he vanished off the face of the earth for the next 13 years. Kiara spent her teens and early 20s troubled by severe problems with self worth, and more details about her can be read in her blog bio if interested.

In 2016, she was the first person Lance came back to, hoping to deliver on the promise he made all the way back in 2003. With his mother suffering from severe dementia and having placed in a nursing home, Kiara is pretty much the only family Lance has left, and the years inside Collingwood after losing all of his friends have taught him to appreciate that a lot more.

His choice to come to her has put her in the crossfire though, and it doesn't take long for both Azathoth as well as its cult to show an immense interest in her, hoping to use her as leverage against her father. Kiara in return is just as eager to find out the truth about his disappearance, and soon digs deeper into the circumstances surrounding Lance, Collingwood, as well as Friedkin and what remains of his cult.

Hayley Anne Miller, nee Thompson

The teenage trouble *07/19/1969 - +12/15/2016 (verse dependent)

Hayley Anne Miller was born as Hayley Anne Thompson on July 19th, 1969 in Santa Barbara, California. From a very young age, she developed an interest in all things photography and film. By the time she was 18 years old, she was more than happy to begin film school at UCLA-TFT, where she met Lance Preston, a fellow film enthusiast and student.

While Lance could be considered an overachiever, stockpiling sports trophies and top grades in all their classes as the years went by, Hayley was more of a free spirit, out to meet as many creative and interesting people as possible.

It was spring 1987 when Hayley took an interest in the infamous guy that was top of her class, sitting somewhere in the shadows on campus, writing, planning, alone and constantly busy. A snapped candid photo of the person of interest soon turned into casual conversation, and the Santa Barbara native was determined to make the broody Washington film nerd her next muse and project for the summer. Ever the collector of interesting stories, faces, people.

While the desired friendship between them never really hit it off because Lance was much more interested in his studies and projects, friendly 'hi's and 'how's your latest project doing' still turned into the occassional meet up for coffee, and Hayley, as stubborn as ever, was determined to turn him into someone to her liking. Knowing that much more might linger beneath if only she pushed him in the right direction. After weeks of nudging, she eventually managed to drag Lance to a frat party on campus, where she proceeded to get him drunk, high, and focused on something other than his projects for once. Minutes of drinking and talking turned into hours, one bottle of beer and a shot of whiskey turned into two, three, four, and by midnight, all was said and done.

The endeavour resulted in an accidentental pregnancy. After much consideration and despite their young age of 19 and 18 respectively, Hayley chose to keep the unborn girl that would soon become one Kiara Evelyn Miller. She quit her studies by spring break and left UCLA to live with her childhood sweetheart back in Santa Barbara.

Lance never bothered to question or challenge her decision. Instead, he gladly accepted her proposal to have the other man named as the father just before she left, because he considered family life an unnecessary bump in the road to his filmmaking career. Parting on mutual and respectful terms, Hayley left for Santa Barbara while Lance focused back on his studies. He graduated from UCLA with honors, scoring several internships and freelance jobs as a cameraman and screenwriter. It was the last time either of them would see each other for the next 28 years.

In early 2016, Hayley filed for divorce from Kiara's adoptive father when she found out that he was cheating on her with a much younger woman. Spending a couple of months griefing the loss of her marriage as well as worrying about her daughter's mental health. It was in late November of the same year when things seemed to be looking up for her, because a young man by the name of Matthew Sinclair started courting her at her local café.

Hayley, flawed and still hurt from her divorce, flees into an affair with the man, not knowing that he's only come to California to keep an eye on her and her daughter - hoping to catch glimpse of her long lost one night stand. It doesn't take long, because only a couple of weeks later, Hayley receives a call from her daughter, who lets her know that her elusive biological father has turned right back up on her doorstep. Naturally, Hayley is more than eager to come right over to L.A. - unknowingly leading Matthew and thus the CPHHS right back to Lance.

Depending on the verse and timeline, Hayley ends up in the crossfire and gets killed by Matthew and the cult (or Klaus Mikaelson in my TO verse with @sanguinelupus)

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[paperclipboy]

Sososo!! Hi tumblr I’m Paperclip and I do silly things on the internet >:)

Uhhhh,,, some stuff about me lol:

I’m a minor

I write/rp/draw my ocs a lot

I want to be a psychiatrist or architect

I love dark academia, retro, vintage, and liminal spaces/weirdcore

My favourite topic is Danvers State Hospital, if you ask me about it I’m sorry for your brain

[ofheroism]

{aslihan malbora; female; she/her} hey isn’t that ROSEMARY YILMAZ-KOVAL? the TWENTY-SEVEN year old HUMAN and a song that plays when you see them is BLOOM by THE PAPER KITES. They are known to be NURTURING and OVERPROTECTIVE. They have been in VALDEZ for THEIR ENTIRE LIFE and always remind me of sunlight peeking through the trees in a hidden meadow, freshly tied dandelion flower crowns, handwritten letters to cherished friends, hair dusted with flour from baking. what secrets will they discover?

BASICS

NAME: rosemary avalon yilmaz-koval

BIRTH DATE + AGE: october 12, 1995 – 20:44

GENDER: female

PRONOUNS: she/her

ORIENTATION: demisexual panromantic

SPECIES: human

OCCUPATION: event coordinator at town hall; baker at mad batter (weekends only)

BIRTHPLACE: valdez, alaska

FAMILY: adem yilmaz - biological father (hunter, deceased), zehra yilmaz - mother (hunter, deceased), taras koval - adoptive father (hunter),  sasha koval - adoptive mother (hunter), morgan koval - adoptive sister (hunter), xxx koval - adoptive brother (hunter?)

APPEARANCE

FACE CLAIM: aslihan malbora

EYE COLOR: dark brown

HAIR: dark brown

HEIGHT: 5′4″

TATTOOS: none

SCARS/BIRTH MARKS: a scar from her right shoulder to a few inches below her collarbone. it almost resembles the lines of three claws, but that couldn’t be right. she tries to keep it hidden.

PERSONALITY

ZODIAC: libra sun, gemini moon, gemini rising

MBTI: esfj, the caregiver.

ENNEAGRAM: 2w1, the altruist. social/self-preservation subtype.

ALIGNMENT: lawful good

TEMPERAMENT: phlegmatic-sanguine

ARCHETYPE: the caregiver / the moral compass

ELEMENT: earth

ASSOCIATED CHARACTERS: princess anna (frozen), starfire (teen titans), katie gardner (percy jackson), meg march (little women), kara danvers (supergirl), megan morse (young justice), annie edison (community), maybe charles boyle (b99) and jane bennet (pride and prejudice)

AESTHETIC: sunlight peeking through the trees in a hidden meadow, freshly tied dandelion flower crowns, handwritten letters to cherished friends, hair dusted with flour from baking, chamomile tea, white silk, waking up to freshly baked cinnamon rolls, oversized sweaters, holding hands with all your friends, an overgrown herb garden on the kitchen windowsill, pinky promises 

TW: parental and family death (by werewolf attack), mention of drowning and hospital

the only child of adem and zehra yilmaz, rosemary and sage were named after zehra’s love for herbalism. their family, a long line of hunters, moved to washington state before the twins were born, following a lead on a record number of supernatural cases in the 1980s. eventually, their assignments took them to alaska, and adem found he enjoyed the small community of hunters enough that he wanted to stay. zehra, learning she was pregnant, decided settling down was for the best. how many supernatural dangers could there be in alaska, anyway?

hunters are typically hereditary, in the sense that the skills and traditions are passed down from parent to child over the years. this life was expected of rosemary and sage, but while other children of hunters learned of supernatural creatures at a young age, zehra decided it was best to let them be children as long as possible, debating with adem whether to wait until they were at least ten or twelve to tell them or whether they were more at risk not knowing. 

when the girls were about eight, adem made a wrong move. he’d taken down a trio of werewolves. or, at least, so he’d thought. one had survived and remembered his scent, wasting no time in tracking him down. the family was staying at a lodge in chugiak with family friends right outside anchorage for the twins’ birthday, still absolutely not grown out of begging to go to the marsh wildlife boardwalk. the werewolf, near feral in their wolf form and even worse consumed with rage, had no mercy for anyone in adem’s family. shattering the wooden cabin door into pieces, only zehra managed to escape with a terrified rosemary in her arms. they ran until the earth ran out, and when the werewolf slashed at rosemary, it managed no more than a scratch before zehra shoved rosemary off the cliff. people went cliff diving here regularly, and perhaps it wasn’t safe, but an icy lake was better than being left for a werewolf. 

when their family friends, taras and sasha koval, returned from dinner, they were too late to catch the werewolf and found only zehra in her final moments. sasha’s hand clasped in hers, zehra begged her to look for her daughters, to keep them safe, and to keep them far, far away from the world they all knew. 

sage’s body was never found, and all a young rosemary could remember when she awoke in the hospital was the frigid temperature of the lake, a soul-freezing emptiness that left her feeling as though she’d never know warmth again. they told her it had been a car accident, that they’d driven off a cliff and only she had survived, that her vague memory of a splintered cabin was just her brain’s way of trying to process what she couldn’t remember. as more time passed, she believed she really must have imagined it. 

the kovals adopted her and kept to zehra’s last wishes. despite her being younger by several years than their son and daughter, they raised her as their own, and kept her completely oblivious of supernaturals, whether they agreed with it or not. for her thirteenth birthday, after a read of anne of green gables, rosemary asked to legally take the koval last name, too. 

she will introduce herself has rosemary, but her closest friends might call her rose. she’s fine with any nicknames except despises mary.

after losing her biological family, rosemary has been desperate to never be left alone again and puts down roots in as many friendships and community organizations as she can manage, often spreading herself too thin.

losing her brother-in-law was another terrible blow, but emotionally losing her sister morgan was the most devastating loss yet, since it felt like her own fault for not being able to reach her. 

is very big on platonic love and will hold hands and hug and snuggle with everyone without hesitation. probably seems flirtatious at times but does not flirt with anyone on purpose and is entirely oblivious to anyone flirting with her. 

tries to force everyone to have as much town spirit as she does and sees it as her personal duty to befriend every valdez newcomer so they don’t feel alone.

very old-fashioned, enjoys hand-written letters and texts like an old aunt who just discovered emojis, has no social media because wants to hear about your day in person.

secretly loves to paint but is self-conscious about it. is not at all self conscious about her baking tho. 

terrified of swimming/any body of water larger than a pond. 

top 5 theme songs:

bloom by the paper kites

Can I take it to a morning Where the fields are painted gold And the trees are filled with memories Of the feelings never told?

the lakes by taylor swift

I want auroras and sad prose I want to watch wisteria grow right over my bare feet 'Cause I haven't moved in years And I want you right here A red rose grew up out of ice frozen ground With no one around to tweet it While I bathe in cliffside pools

love grows (where my rosemary grows) by edison lighthouse

She ain't got no money Her clothes are kinda funny Her hair is kinda wild and free Oh, but love grows where my Rosemary goes And nobody knows like me. There's something about her hand holding mine It's a feeling that's fine And I just gotta say She's really got a magical spell

hey jude (remastered) by the beatles 

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better. Remember to let her into your heart, Then you can start to make it better.

i was here by beyoncé

I want to leave my footprints on the sands of time Know there was something that, something that I left behind When I leave this world, I'll leave no regrets I was here, I lived, I loved, I was here I will leave my mark so everyone will know I was here I wanna say I lived each day, until I died I know that I had something in somebody's life The hearts I have touched, will be the proof that I leave That I made a difference and this world will see

Her Pinterest board is here.

His Spotify playlist is here.

— CONNECTIONS:

FAMILIAL:

TWIN SISTER - { 0 / 1 } - sage yilmaz - her twin sister she believes died in a car accident around age 8. for drama maybe she was actually turned into a werewolf and the one wolf felt bad and took her in?? - werewolf, turkish fc, female

ADOPTED FAMILY - { 1 / 2 } - morgan koval & OPEN koval - her adoptive family she was close to even before she was adopted. 

PLATONIC: 'I’D DO ANYTHING FOR YOU’ - { 2 / 5 } - chariya lin, ezel somsi - people rosemary considers her best friends, regardless of whether it’s mutual. treats them like family, is very protective (read: overbearing and meddlesome) of, tells everyone about how wonderful they are, etc. 

FRENEMIES - { 0 / 2 } - maybe a couple people that rosemary doesn’t outright hate due to insert redeeming trait here but is annoyed by bc they don’t seem to follow the rules or are too chaotic 

ROOMMATES - { 0 / 3 } - going along with her inability to ever be alone, rosemary has decided that having a full house will help solve that. is v messy bc always bringing in new baby plants and catching up on dishes from baking.

FRIENDS -  { 0 / ? } - regular friends, which is still probably how normal people treat their faves. she’s lived here her entire life and tries to be on good terms with everyone. 

ACQUAINTANCES - { 0 / ? } maybe they’re new to town or they’re just recluses and refuse to get to know her. 

CO-WORKERS - { 0 / ? } - others who work at town hall or mad batter. 

ANTAGONISTIC:

DISLIKED/ENEMIES - { 0 / ? } - did they hurt one of her best friends in an argument 7 years ago? did they tell her community events are annoying or unimportant? are they not lawful good? for being so nice, she writes people off rather quickly. 

ROMANTIC:

LONG TERM CRUSH - { 0 / 1 } - this could be someone who considers her an acquaintance, friend, or best friend, and maybe has no idea she’s into him or is aware but doesn’t feel the same (he could like her back but i don’t plan ships so absolutely not required!) but she thinks she’s been very obvious bringing him one cookie more than everyone else or little mundane things that are absolutely not proper interest signaling based on her usual personality. 

OBLIVIOUS TO LOVE - { 0 / 1 or 2 } - some one or someones who flirt with her bc they’re into her or maybe just looking for a fling and she simply has no idea because someone could get on one knee and propose and she’d still manage to think it was like a platonic bestie ceremony

OTHER - feel free to hit me up with any other ideas you have as well !

[midnightmadwoman]

You could never make Session 9 today.

The Danvers State Mental Hospital was demolished in 2006.

gonna start saying “you couldn’t make x movie today” but for reasons unrelated to political correctness

[heathengentleman]

Danvers State Hospital

[dlyarchitecture]

[cardcaptorsakura96]

A Christmas Miracle-Chapter 1

Fandom: Supergirl

Characters: Lena Luthor, Kara Danvers, Ruby Arias, Santa Claus, Streaky the cat

Summary: After her last two breakups, Lena doesn't think there is love out there for her. However, will Ruby's wish to Santa make Lena a believer in miracles?

Lena stood in line scrolling throw her email on her phone. She sighed because she had finished all of her work emails and was bored out of her mind. She looked down next to her and saw her six-year-old niece Ruby still jumping up and down full of energy. They have been waiting in line for over an hour to see Santa. She was honestly surprised that she had this level of enthusiasm. When she was her age, she would have thrown a fit. However, Ruby had been the perfect example of patience and positivity. It caused Lena to smile. She wished that she had that level of positivity. With Lex trying to kill her constantly or trying to take over her company, she honestly was surprised she hadn’t gone insane. If it wasn’t for Ruby, Ruby's mom Sam, and Lena’s stepmother Lillian, she probably would have.

Lena was jolted out of her thoughts when she heard Ruby scream, “It’s our turn, Auntie Lena!”

Lena looked up to see Ruby sprinting to Santa’s lap. Lena chuckled and quickly followed. 

Santa pulled Ruby up on his lap and asked, “What is your name, dear child?”

Ruby beamed and said, “My name is Ruby!”

Santa smiled and said, “It is nice to meet you, Ruby. What kind of gifts are you looking forward to for Christmas.”

Ruby shook her head and said, “I don’t need you to bring me presents this year Santa.”

Santa frowned and asked, “You don’t?”

Ruby shook her head and said, “I need your help with something very important.”

Lena was startled. She never thought that she would see the day that Ruby would forgo presents. She was quite curious about what she considered more important than a Christmas gift.

Santa looked at her quizzically, “Okay, what problem are you having?”

Ruby turned to Lena, pointed, and said, “I need a miracle. My Auntie Lena needs help.”

Lena looked baffled and said, “Ruby, I don’t need any help.”

Ruby turned to Santa with a worried look on her face and said, “She is lying. She thinks that love doesn’t exist. I need to make her believe again.”

Lena chuckled nervously and said, “Ruby that isn’t true. I believe that love exists. I love you, your mommy, and your grandma Lillian very much.”

Ruby rolled her eyes at her. She turned back to Santa and said, “She’s nervous because she knows that is not what I mean. She doesn’t believe in finding true love anymore. Auntie Lena is awesome and deserves the best true love in the entire world.”

Lena started rubbing the back of her neck and laughing nervously. 

“Ruby, I have taught you that you don’t need to be in a relationship to have a successful life.”

Ruby pouted at her and said, “You are sad all the time now since Andrea left. When I sleep over at your apartment, I hear you cry in your room at night wishing she would come back.” She turned to Santa and said, “Please don’t bring her back into her life. My mom said that she is a bad word, but it does rhyme with witch.”

Santa tried to stifle a chuckle. Lena looked at both of them mortified. She always thought she hid her emotions well around Ruby, but clearly she was wrong. Her last two relationships nearly destroyed her. When she was in college, she had dated Jack for 4 years. She thought that her relationship with him was going well until he bailed. Stated that being around her was a hazard. By that point, Lex had tried to kill her three times. The third time Jack took a bullet that was meant for her that put him in the hospital for three months. She was devastated that he broke up with her, but at least she understood it. Being with her was a hazard, and while she was willing to be his ride or die, she understood him not feeling the same way. 

Lena stayed single after that for two years until she met Andrea. She was a force of nature that swept her off her feet. She constantly surprised her with trips, flowers, chocolates, and love notes. She felt so loved and spoiled. Lena wanted to spend the rest of her life with her and often was scared that it was too good to be true. And it was. A couple of months ago, a hysterical woman broke into her building demanding to see her claiming Lena stole her wife and destroyed their family. Lena thought the lady was nuts until she had her private investigator do some digging and found out that Andrea not only was married but had five kids. She was devastated. What made matters worse was that Andrea’s wife sold her story to a popular tabloid. Now Lena not only gets blamed for Lex’s shenanigans but she is considered a homewrecker too. As much as she hated Andrea, she still wanted her back and that made her feel terrible. She wished that she could get over her. She barely left the house other than to go to work because it was one of the few things that kept her distracted. That and baking. Her house has been overflowing with baked treats like bread, muffins, and cakes since she left Andrea. Today was Lena’s first outing somewhere other than work in over three months. She only came because Sam agreed to go to a conference she had been avoiding hosted by Morgan Edge in Metropolis. She said the major thing Lena would have to do was to take Ruby to see Santa. Lena thought it would be a quick trip in and out. Now, Lena was regretting that decision.

Lena forced a smile and said, “I know that I was sad, but I am doing much now.”

Ruby pouted at her and said, “No you're not. Sit on Santa’s lap and tell him what you want in a true love.”

Lena sighed. She was starting to become frustrated and she didn’t want to draw attention to herself. 

“Ruby, dear. I don’t need anyone for Christmas. I am fine. I promise you.”

“No you’re not!” shouted Ruby while becoming teary-eyed. 

Lena was on the brink of tears. She knew that Ruby meant well, but this was all too much.”

“Ruby, if I sit on Santa’s lap and tell him my Christmas wish for a partner, will you drop this and never speak of this again.”

“Yes!” Ruby beamed. 

Ruby hurried up and got off of Santa’s lap so Lena could sit down. Lena rolled her eyes and gradually went to sit on Santa’s lap. 

“How does this work exactly?” muttered Lena. 

Read the rest on AO3

[gabicna]

Open Your Future: Essential CNA Training Programs in Massachusetts

Unlock Your Future: ⁢Essential CNA​ Training Programs in Massachusetts

Unlock Your Future: Essential CNA Training Programs in Massachusetts

Are you considering ‌a rewarding career in healthcare? Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is an excellent pathway into⁣ this noble profession. In Massachusetts, a variety of⁤ training programs equip aspiring CNAs with the skills and ⁤knowledge ⁤they need to succeed. This comprehensive guide will ‍explore essential CNA training⁢ programs in Massachusetts, highlighting the benefits, practical tips, and‌ real-world experiences to help you ​unlock your future.

What is a CNA?

A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a vital part of the healthcare team. CNAs ‍assist ‌patients‍ with daily ⁣activities, monitor ⁢vital signs, and ensure patient comfort. ​This role is perfect for individuals ‍who have a passion for ⁢helping others and ⁢are looking for a fulfilling career path.

Why Become a CNA in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts offers a wealth of opportunities for CNAs due to its ‍robust healthcare ‌system. Here are ⁢some compelling reasons to pursue CNA training ⁢in the Bay⁢ State:

High ⁤Demand: The‌ need for CNAs is rapidly growing, with job opportunities in hospitals, nursing homes, and home healthcare agencies.

Competitive Salaries: CNAs ‌in Massachusetts can expect competitive wages, with many facilities offering benefits such as health insurance and tuition⁢ reimbursement.

Paths ⁤to Advancement: ⁢ Starting as a CNA can lead to further training and education in nursing, offering a clearer path​ to⁤ career advancement.

Essential CNA Training Programs in Massachusetts

To become a certified nursing assistant, you must complete a state-approved training program and pass the CNA certification exam.⁤ Here are ⁣some of the essential CNA training programs‍ available in Massachusetts:

1. Community⁤ Colleges

Many community colleges in Massachusetts offer accredited CNA programs that combine classroom instruction with hands-on clinical practice.

College

Program Duration

Location

Boston Community College

6 weeks

Boston, ​MA

Springfield Technical Community College

8 ‌weeks

Springfield, MA

North Shore Community College

4‍ weeks

Danvers,⁢ MA

2. Vocational Schools

Vocational schools ‌focus on practical training, making them ⁢ideal for students who prefer hands-on⁢ learning. These programs are ⁢often shorter in‌ duration⁣ but rigorous.

Porter and Chester Institute: Offers a comprehensive CNA program with a focus on practical skills.

Universal Technical Institute: Provides training that prepares students⁤ for the CNA certification exam.

3. Online Programs

Some institutions offer online CNA training programs ⁢that provide flexibility for working adults. However, hands-on‌ clinical training must ‌still be completed in person.

Daymar College: Offers a hybrid model that allows you to‍ complete theory online while ​arranging clinical hours.

Penn Foster: Provides an online program​ with clinical practice requirements fulfilled locally.

Benefits ⁢of CNA Training​ Programs

Investing in CNA training has numerous benefits, including:

Job Readiness: ⁣Programs are designed to equip‌ you with the essential ⁤skills to enter the workforce immediately upon certification.

Networking Opportunities: Training programs often offer​ networking with healthcare professionals which may lead to job placements.

Financial Aid: Many programs provide financial ​aid options for eligible students, making education more accessible.

Practical Tips for Success in‍ CNA Training

Here are ⁢some practical ⁢tips to help‍ you​ succeed in​ your CNA journey:

Stay ​Organized: Keep track of assignments, ‍tests, and clinical hours to manage your time ⁤effectively.

Participate Actively: Engage with instructors and classmates during training for a deeper understanding of the material.

Seek Help: Don’t hesitate ​to ask for help or clarification when needed; instructors are there to support you.

Real-World‌ Experiences: CNAs in Action

To illustrate the impact of a CNA’s work, consider the⁤ story of Jenna, a recent CNA graduate who⁢ started her career in a local nursing home. Jenna notes, “Working as a CNA has been both challenging and rewarding.⁣ I ‍love building relationships with my patients and helping them through difficult‌ times. I also appreciate the opportunities for advancement, and I’m excited to pursue my nursing ‍degree next year.”

Certification Exam in Massachusetts

After ⁢completing your training program, you must pass the Massachusetts⁢ Nurse Aide Competency Examination to become certified. This ⁢includes ⁣a written test and a clinical skills assessment. Here are steps to ⁣prepare:

Review the Exam Content: ⁣ Understand what topics will be covered in the test.

Practice Skills: Use practice exams and simulated skills assessments.

Join a Study Group: Connecting with fellow students⁢ can enhance your understanding and retention.

Conclusion

Becoming a Certified ​Nursing Assistant ⁣in ‌Massachusetts is a ⁣fulfilling journey⁤ that paves the way to a rewarding career‍ in healthcare. With various training programs ⁤available, you can​ choose the one that best suits your learning style and lifestyle. By acquiring‌ the necessary ‌skills‍ and knowledge, you’re not just unlocking your‍ future—you’re making a significant difference in the lives of others. Start your journey​ today and⁢ embrace⁤ the incredible opportunities that await you as​ a CNA!

https://cnatrainingprogram.net/open-your-future-essential-cna-training-programs-in-massachusetts/

[laurencna]

Discover the very best CNA Programs in MA: Your Guide to Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant

Discover the Best CNA Programs in MA: Your Guide ​to Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant

Are you eager to dive into the rewarding field ‍of healthcare? Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) offers an excellent pathway⁣ into this fulfilling profession. In Massachusetts ⁤(MA), prospective nurses can find a variety ‌of CNA programs ⁤tailored to different schedules, learning ​preferences, and⁣ career goals. This guide will help you discover the best CNA programs in MA and provide valuable insights into the⁣ journey of becoming a Certified ⁤Nursing Assistant.

What is a⁤ Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)?

A Certified Nursing Assistant, or ​CNA, ​plays a vital role in the healthcare system. They work under the supervision ⁢of registered nurses (RNs) ⁤and ​licensed practical⁣ nurses (LPNs)⁣ to provide essential care to ​patients. The responsibilities of a CNA may include:

Assisting patients with daily activities such ⁢as bathing, dressing, and eating.

Monitoring vital signs like blood pressure and pulse.

Providing emotional support and companionship to patients.

Ensuring the cleanliness and organization ‌of the patient’s ⁢environment.

Why Choose a CNA Program in Massachusetts?

Choosing‌ a CNA ⁤program in Massachusetts offers numerous ⁢benefits:

High Demand: The demand for‌ CNAs in MA continues to grow, especially in hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.

Diverse Opportunities: Working ⁣as a CNA can open doors for further education in nursing⁣ or other⁢ healthcare fields.

Flexible Training: Many programs offer‌ flexible schedules, allowing⁣ you to balance education with personal or work commitments.

The ​Best⁣ CNA Programs in Massachusetts

Here’s a curated list of the best CNA programs�� in Massachusetts, offering high-quality training and excellent resources for future CNAs:

Program ⁢Name

Location

Duration

Cost

American Red​ Cross CNA Training

Various ⁤Locations

4-8 Weeks

$1,300

Massachusetts Bay Community College

Framingham, MA

2.5 Months

$1,100

North Shore Community ​College

Danvers, MA

6-8 Weeks

$1,200

University⁤ of Massachusetts, Boston

Boston, MA

8 Weeks

$1,600

Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School

Marlborough, MA

12⁤ Weeks

$1,200

How to Choose ‌the Right CNA Program

With various programs available,⁤ here are‍ some ‌important factors to consider‌ when choosing a CNA program in Massachusetts:

Accreditation: Ensure⁤ the program is accredited and meets the state’s educational requirements for CNAs.

Location: ​Consider the convenience of the program’s‌ location‍ and whether it fits⁤ your schedule.

Cost: Compare tuition fees ⁢and see if financial aid ​or payment plans are available.

Curriculum: Look for a well-rounded curriculum that combines theory with hands-on clinical ‌experience.

Job​ Placement Assistance: Choose programs⁤ that offer career services, resume building, and job placement⁤ support.

Benefits of Becoming a CNA

Embarking on a career ‌as a⁤ Certified⁣ Nursing Assistant comes with ⁤many⁣ advantages:

Rewarding Work: CNAs have the opportunity to make a significant ⁣difference in patients’ lives daily.

Career⁣ Advancement: Experience as a CNA can pave the ⁤way for further opportunities in nursing and healthcare.

Competitive Salaries: CNAs earn a‍ competitive salary, with the potential for ⁤raises and advancements.

Flexible Hours: Many healthcare facilities offer various‌ shifts, enabling a better work-life balance.

First-Hand⁤ Experience: A CNA’s Journey

Meet ⁢Sarah,⁢ a recent graduate of a CNA program in ‍Massachusetts. She shares ⁢her experience:

“The CNA program was intense but incredibly ‍fulfilling. The hands-on training ‍prepared me for real-world scenarios. I ⁢felt supported by my instructors, who were knowledgeable and always willing to help. ​Once I started working in a nursing home,​ I realized how much I loved caring for patients. It’s a demanding job, but‌ the ‌satisfaction of making someone’s day better makes it all worth it.”

Tips for Success as a CNA

As you embark on your journey to becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant, consider the following tips:

Maintain ⁣a Positive Attitude: ⁢A positive demeanor can ease patient anxieties and⁢ create a calming environment.

Communicate Effectively: Good ‌communication with patients and team⁤ members is key to providing excellent care.

Stay Organized: Keeping track of ‌tasks and patient needs can help you provide ⁢better care in a fast-paced environment.

Seek Feedback: Always ⁢look for opportunities to ‌improve​ your skills by seeking feedback ‌from experienced nurses.

Conclusion

Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant in Massachusetts is an excellent step ⁣into the⁤ healthcare industry. With numerous programs available, students can find​ a suitable ⁢path that fits their ​lifestyle and career ��goals. The journey to becoming a CNA is filled with opportunities for personal and ​professional growth. Whether you ⁣choose to work in a hospital, nursing home, or⁤ home health care, the skills you acquire as a CNA will set you on a fulfilling career‍ path.⁣ Discover⁢ the best CNA programs in MA today,‍ and take the first step ⁢toward a rewarding future.

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