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Today's Terms
Guardian
Definition:
An individual appointed by a court of law to manage a person?s financial and/or personal affairs because the court has found that the person is not competent to manage his or her own affairs.
Energy Assistance
Definition:
These programs can provide low-income elderly homeowners and renters with funds to help pay home utility and heating costs. Eligibility requirements may vary from state to state.
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Definition:
Activities usually performed for oneself in the course of a normal day including bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, walking, using the telephone, taking medications, and other personal care activities.
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