Old age comes for us all, but when it happens to a beloved grandmother or neighbor, it can be hard to watch them lose their independence when they're no longer allowed to drive. One way to help them restore their mobility is by arranging non-emergency transportation for their daily needs, but how can you be sure those drivers are safe? Here are a few methods for vetting strangers behind the wheel. Look Into Their Driving Record If they're part of an official transportation company, these records should be on-file and accessible to any concerned party. If they're working solo, they should still have no problem requesting them from the DMV and handing them over. Signs of hesitance mean there's something on their record they don't want you to see. Know Their Radius Some companies only travel within a specific area. Others will take seniors wherever they need to go, but additional fees will be charged for out-of-county miles. Before you work out your grandparent's schedule, make sure … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2014
Back To The Daily Struggles
Today, I started back with the workouts. Weight loss and working out is such a struggle for me, I know I need to lose weight, I want to lose weight, but getting motivated to workout has become a challenge. It is a struggle because I am on the computer most the day trying to make money to pay bills. I know I cannot lose weight if I don't try, I know I feel like shit lately because I have not been working out, and all the weight I lost before has found its way back. So I am starting back at square one. I am not going to push myself like before, I am going to take this one day at a time, and pray for results. I go back to the doctor next month, hopefully they will be able to give me more help with my struggles, and help guide me. I need guidance, I need someone cheering me on and in my corner working out with me. One day at a time is all I can do, I pray the metformin will help me see the results I work so hard to find. … [Read more...]
