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Pain: Getting Help at Home

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Overview

If pain is making it hard to do daily tasks, let people know that you could use some help. Ask family members or friends to help out with physical tasks you can't do right now. Or look for help in your community. Here are some ideas.

Friends or family often want to help but don't know what to do. So let others know what you need.


Credits for Pain: Getting Help at Home

Current as of: October 24, 2023

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