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Expert Advice: How to Choose a Mobility Aid for a Senior
The wrong mobility aid can negatively affect a senior’s stability, cause posture problems and even result in pain. These devices come in all shapes and sizes, so selecting the right one and achieving a proper fit requires a professional’s expertise.
3 CommentsNothing is Simple for the Disabled
For Charlie and me, basic things like getting a haircut are now far from effortless. I can tell that our outings aren’t going to get any easier, and I’m worried about what the future holds.
22 CommentsExpedited Social Security Applications Available for Disabling Health Conditions
The Compassionate Allowances (CAL) program allows individuals with certain medical conditions to receive determinations for SSDI and/or SSI in a matter of weeks instead of months.
0 CommentsUnderstanding Activities of Daily Living: Checklists, Assessments, and More
Assessing basic ADLs and instrumental ADLs helps determine the level of care a senior needs and what programs and benefits they may be eligible for.
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Disabled Questions
If you are a disabled veteran (83 yrs of age) living in AZ, what care options are available for in-home care?
4 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Mar 28, 2024My autistic disabled brother lives with me and just got prostate cancer. He has Medicare but we are trying to get Medicaid.
3 AnswersGrandma1954 Answered Mar 26, 2024Can you have your spouse held liable for elderly abuse? I'm 49 (almost 50) and completely disabled?
8 AnswersAlvaDeer Replied Mar 19, 2024My husband is partially disabled from 4 back surgeries, a total hip and soon another hip surgery. In Gr8 pain and has begun using alcohol. Ideas?
4 AnswersAlvaDeer Answered Mar 18, 2024
Disabled Discussions
Dear Abby: Aging in Place
6 CommentsLvnsm1826 Commented Jun 2022Seeking professional support for natural setting current mobility, even small doses, but track and expand.
1 CommentSendhelp Commented Feb 2022NewGirl- I am so glad he has this support network. Sometimes, people with developmental disabilities are marginalized. -D
2 CommentsNeedHelpWithMom Commented Oct 2020Updated profile
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