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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
How to plan in the (less likely) event I die before my disabled husband?
12 AnswersKPWCSC Replied Nov 7, 2024We are in our mid eighties our son has Down’s Syndrome and has developed dementia/Alzheimer’s. His sister will be his caregiver.
11 AnswersHothouseflower Replied Nov 6, 2024Does VA pay anything for independent living for disabled veteran?
3 AnswersDaughterByLaw Answered Nov 6, 2024I'm 65 yr old widow of a vet, I have no one to help me for the past 7 months and I've been living in a tiny shed behind my burnt down home. I lost all.
8 AnswersZippyZee Answered Nov 4, 2024
Disabled Discussions
How can I apply to get pay for taking care of my 28 year old daughter? She is mentally disabled.
3 CommentsJoAnn29 Commented May 22, 2024Dear 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 2020
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