If you are a veteran in need of home health services because of acute illness, permanent disability, or a long-term health condition, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has several programs available to help you.
Provided you served in the active military and were not dishonorably discharged, you may qualify for VA health benefits and services, including home health services. The services you receive depend on your needs.
Skilled Care
If you need health care services for a limited period of time, and illness confines you to your home, or you don't live near a VA facility and are unable to travel, you may qualify for VA's Skilled Home Health Care Services program.
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Hearing aids can be pricey, and sometimes can be an expense that isn't covered by insurance. Proper care and maintenance can keep your hearing aids working properly and make them last longer. Here are five tips to keeping your hearing aids working properly
1. Prevent Wax Buildup
Hearing aids might look clean after a day of use, but microscopic wax residue might stay behind. Be diligent and wipe down your hearing aids every night.
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The idea of having an artificial leg can be life changing if you are missing a limb, but one thing that you might be worried about is getting used to your new limb. It's true that it can be a bit of a challenge to get accustomed to wearing a prosthetic, but your prosthetic is sure to help you walk once you get used to it.
Luckily, following these tips can help you get used to wearing and walking on your artificial limb.
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Meal planning is key in your weight loss goals. Having your meals prepped and planned ahead of time will help you stay on track with your diet. When dieting and trying to lose weight, you are more likely to stray from your diet if your meals aren't planned out ahead of time. See below for some meal plans to help you on your weight loss journey, and a few tips to help you as well.
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You like your glasses. They help you see. They make a fashion statement. However, sometimes as a glasses wearer, you need a helping hand when it comes to managing your spectacles. Here are five tips made just for you.
Place a Rubber Band around Your Shampoo
This solves one of your hardest predicaments in the morning. You don't have your glasses on because you can't wear them in the shower. However, you still need to see.
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