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Slew of Gadgets Helps Tackle Small Tasks; Occupational Therapists Advise Seniors on Ways to Ease Independent Living

At a certain point, daily life becomes an obstacle course, with a new challenge at every turn.

Just ask John "Aldo" Gallo, a 73-year-old Silver Spring resident who has survived two strokes. He says his troubles begin when he gets dressed in the morning.

An activity that once took mere moments now requires an hour of careful effort. Putting on a jacket or shirt takes a few minutes "except when the arthritis is hurting, then it might take a little longer," he says. Shoes and socks are tricky, too: "If I lean over, I'll fall," he explains. From his chair, he tugs on his pant leg to bring his foot up and over the opposite knee so he can slide on a sock.

His son in Phoenix and daughter in Alabama ...

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