I reached ou I reached out to the Cat barbershop as they were recommended as an organization that helps people in need. I was very surprised and disappointed with the reaction I received. First I called and spoke to a gentleman who said he'd put me on hold and he came back and said call back in 30 minutes as we are discussing the logistics of this helping a cancer patient by coming to a location. He lives on a farm nearby. I said no problem. I explained to him that I am blind and I am the caregiver for a cancer patient who hasn't had a haircut in eight months. This person is in home, hospice care. And can't believe their location, but they can go outside and sit in a chair. they are also able to bathe themselves and wash their hair. When I called back at the time requested, I was told that the person had left and asked if I could call back another time. I asked when would be good. And they said probably in about an hour. I was disappointed because I followed their directions earlier and it didn't seem like that person cared enough to be present and was told they left the business and would probably be back in about an hour. then I got a phone call back from someone who claimed to be the owner. He was also very disrespectful and rude. When I explained to him what I needed he started laughing. And said that they did some stuff for the homeless. But he just was very disrespectful and rude. I told him that I was concerned because they were referred as an organization that helps people. He said that he was upset that I seem frustrated and he hung up on me. I called him back and said listen. I'm frustrated but if you can help, but we really need it. He again started laughing I told him I was going to report to the Community about the way I've been treated. His response was well we need we do enough for the Community that that won't matter. And he laughed again and hung up. I don't understand behavior like this. Anyone that looks me up can see that I am an upstanding citizen and this is the third person. I have helped transition either into a nursing home or hospice care. I participate in labor ministry and do other things in the community. There is no reason for someone to behave like this. No matter what they do. We can't all depend on ours. We get one chance to make a first impression. I don't know if it's because of whom I am that my disability, my appearance or anything like that. But there is no reason for bad behavior like this no matter who they are. I just want everyone to know how the team at the cut has treated me and has treated my friend who needs a haircut. Please forgive errors in dictation. jim. read more
