Trinity Elder Law - May 2020

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TOOLS TO MAINTAIN YOUR INDEPENDENCE Don’t Work Harder, Work Smarter As you age, it can be challenging to do even the simplest of tasks. Your mind can be nimble, but your hands may not work as well. When this happens, it doesn’t hurt to get creative. I have a friend whose grandmother laid out her “tools of the trade” on the kitchen table before she began cooking. These included small C-clamps for opening childproof pill bottles and a grabber for items on high shelves. But tools don’t have to be limited to the kitchen; there are many tools you can use to help manage independent living. As you age, getting dressed can become more challenging than it used to be. There are several fun tricks and tools you can use to help with this. To zip coats, jackets, and even your pants, lace a string through the pull tab to give you more leverage. Afterward, put it in your pocket for the next time you need it. Tying your shoes also requires a lot of finger strength and dexterity. Switching to no-tie shoelaces like Xpand and Coolnice will enable you to put on your shoes with laces instead of switching to loafers. When it comes to shopping, your smartphone is your best friend. Take a photo of your car and the surrounding area to refer to later, when you need to find where you parked quickly. If you always forget something despite making a shopping list, then take a picture of your pantry to remind you to grab anything that you’re missing. If you use a purse and tend to misplace it, then consider using a fanny pack for your shopping trips. You

developed on the hypertext transfer protocol or “http.” Now, any web address with just an “http” is not secure. If there’s no “s,” then the site can be manipulated. Another indicator that the site is secure is if you see a padlock logo to the right of the “http” address or the term “verified company.” Trust Seals

Whenever a company invests in its customers’ security, it will advertise that fact. These seals indicating security are commonly placed on home, login, and checkout pages. It’s similar to putting a sticker in your window indicating you have a security system. These are just a couple of clear indicators of the safety of the site you’re on. I’m always here for my clients, so if you’re concerned or have any more questions, reach out as soon as you can. I can do a quick once-over of a site to ensure you’re in a safe neck of the woods.

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won’t forget it anywhere and this helps to prevent theft. Color-coding your keys can help you can quickly identify which

key goes to which door. After you’re done shopping, use a pair of rubber gloves to help you

open any difficult packaging. Gloves give you a better grip on whatever you’re holding and prevent you from hurting yourself if you need to use a knife.

These are just some tools you can use to maintain your independence. If you have any others, let me know next time you’re in the office! I always like to pass along useful tricks and tips to other clients.

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