Diabetes and high blood pressure

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Michael is an 79 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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