Michael is an 84-year-old male client who has diabetes and high blood pressure. He is retired and lives by himself in his two-story home. He no longer drives. His only source of income is his monthly social security check. During your visit with Michael, he tells you, "I run out of money toward the end of the month, and it's hard for me to get around. I am trying to do the best I can". As a Community Health Worker, what concerns do you have? How might you provide assistance to Michael?

Michael is an 84-year-old male client who has diabetes and high blood pressure. He is retired and lives by himself in his two-story home. He no longer drives. His only source of income is his monthly social security check. During your visit with Michael, he tells you, "I run out of money toward the end of the month, and it's hard for me to get around. I am trying to do the best I can". As a Community Health Worker, what concerns do you have? How might you provide assistance to Michael?

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