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If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you may qualify for SUNCAP without any other paperwork or applications.  Also, if you received SNAP benefits but became eligible for SSI, then you may be switched over to SUNCAP from SNAP. However, if your food benefit were to decrease, then you could stay with SNAP benefits. The Food For Florida program provides help for those people affected by disasters, such as a hurricane, and who have suffered at least one disaster effect:  Damage to a home or self-employed business. Disaster-related expenses (such as loss of food), which are not being reimbursed. Lost income or income delayed for 15 days. You will need to prove residency and income to qualify for benefits. Items you will need include:  Verification of identification, such as a photo ID. Proof of residence, such as a driver's license or a utility bill. Proof of income, such as pay stubs, bank statements, etc. You may apply online at the Florida DCF.  Applications are open only after a disaster has struck.

summary: Check if you qualify for SUNCAP. Determine if you qualify for Food For Florida if you have been affected by disaster. Gather documents. Apply for benefits.


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Oftentimes, to deflect nosy questions our default is to lie or skew information to try and reduce the listening party's interest. For example, you and your significant other decide to "take a break" or "open things up" and you don't want to explain this relationship gray area to your folks, so you simply say the two of you broke up to deflect incessant questions. Lying like this is not a good strategy. It's better to be honest while omitting any information you're not comfortable sharing.  Once you lie, you create a situation where you have to keep track of false information. It's usually not sustainable longterm, as we forget the details of fabricated stories. If you get caught in a lie, this will only fuel your parents nosy nature as they now think you're hiding something.  If your parents question you about a subject you'd rather not talk about, be honest without giving out any information you're not comfortable sharing. This way, your parents will feel you're keeping them informed on your life and you'll get the benefit of privacy. In the hypothetical scenario involving your significant other, for example, you could say something like, "Yes, we're still seeing each other but things are simmering down a bit." A great way to subtly avoid your parents nosiness is to deflect the questions. This can effectively communicate you're uncomfortable without openly stating as much, which can cause undue confrontation in certain situations.  Try to change the subject. Gloss over an unwanted question by giving a non-committal answer and bring up another subject quickly. Many nosy people are nosy because they have no filters themselves, and will gladly share information about their own lives with ease. If this is the case with your folks, they will likely be glad to take the opportunity to discuss their own lives.  Use humor to deflate the situation. If your parents are asking you for information you're not comfortable giving out, some light humor can distract them from their line of interrogation. If they ask, for example, "How much are you making at that new job?" try something like, "Half of what I'm worth."  At social gatherings, like events surrounding the holidays, use excuses to get away from unwanted nosiness. Excuse yourself to use the restroom, get more food, or grab another drink. " The word "because" is powerful in that it often serves as a deflection in and of itself. Social experiments have shown when someone uses "because" in a sentence, listeners are less likely to pry even when what follows because is vague.  In one study, a young woman at a crowded public library asked people ahead of her in line if she could cut in front of them. While 60% of participants let her cut with no explanation, 90% let her go when she said "Could I cut ahead in line because..." and then followed with an explanation. This percentage remained the same whether the circumstances were specific ("Because I have class in 10 minutes and I need to copy some flyers for my presentation") or vague ("Because I need to make copies.").  Use "because" when talking to your parents. If you don't want to offer excess information, a simple "because" followed by a vague declaration may actually deter them from pressing for information. For example, "I'm going out tonight because I'm hanging out with a friend" or "I quit my job because I was unhappy there." Some people are simply nosy. If this is the case for your parents accepting that fact is important. It might not lead to less prying on their end, but if you accept the situation for what it is without expecting things to change you will at least feel less stress.  What exactly make their questions nosy? Ask yourself this and try to empathize with your parents. Do you live far away? Do they not know the people in your life well, such as co-workers, significant others, and friends? If so, their nosiness might be rooted in an insecurity over losing touch with you as you grow. Try to be understanding of their situation. This will make you more empathetic of their needs and wants and, therefore, less irritated by their questions. How much do your parents share with you? Nosy people, as stated, are often more open about their own lives and don't understand why certain questions cause discomfort. If your parents are chronic over-sharers, they might not see their questions as nosy at all.

summary: Tell the truth, but omit uncomfortable details. Deflect questions. Understand the power of "because. Accept their nosiness.


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When you first put on your brace, it will feel almost like a cage for your torso. It will exert force against certain sensitive pressure points and may be slightly uncomfortable, especially for the first couple of days. This is to be expected and your doctor will make regular adjustments to the brace to ensure a better fit.  Write down a few quick notes about any pressure that you experience and where it is located. You can then use these notes to talk to your doctor about any changes that need to be made. Discomfort is not the same as outright pain. Monitor your pain levels closely and if your discomfort is connected with swelling, for example, contact your doctor immediately as this can be a sign of a more serious medical condition. At first, you will rely on others to help strap you in and out. Watch their movements and take on a little more of the action each time. Practice placing the shell against your body or pull on a particular strap to see the degree of tension that is needed. It may be helpful to practice in front of a mirror. This will allow you to see the connections between how you move, how the brace responds, and the impact that it has on your body. It is important to be on the lookout for signs of pressure sores or skin breakdown when wearing a brace.  This may indicate an improper fit.  Check skin daily for reddened or broken skin, which may be caused by rubbing, pressure or moisture. Use a mirror to see your back and check for irritation there as well.  Buy a good number of light cotton t-shirts to wear underneath your brace to protect your skin. Be sure the t-shirt fits smoothly with no wrinkles under the brace.  Plan to change them often to prevent moisture from gathering against your skin. Only buy seamless shirts, as the seams can cause chafing.  Avoid applying lotions as they will soften your skin and lead to more irritation. Instead, try a light application of rubbing alcohol or cornstarch. Be patient with yourself as you learn to move in your new brace. Go slowly and prepare for less flexibility in your torso area. For example, when you pick up items you will need to squat down instead of bending at the waist. You may have a preferred sleeping position, but you may need to modify it when wearing your brace. Try on your side, on your back, etc., until you find the form that is the most comfortable.
summary: Expect some discomfort early on. Learn how to put your brace on by yourself. Take good care of your skin under the brace. Be prepared to modify some of your regular movements.