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THE ALMONER%u2019S GUIDE%u2022 What are your neighbours like? Do you see or speak with them often?%u2022 Have you been out recently? Where did you go?%u2022 How is your job? How is your spouse%u2019s/partner%u2019s job? %u2022 Do you have any special interest or hobbies? Do you like reading/ gardening/baking/watching films/crafts etc.?%u2022 Do you belong to any clubs or groups? Do you attend meetings or participate socially in other ways?%u2022 How is your health?%u2022 Has anything been troubling you recently? Is there anything that you would like to change?To learn more about specific circumstances ask: %u2022 Are you struggling to pay any bills?%u2022 Are you on the waiting list for an operation/medical treatment?%u2022 Are you managing with everyday chores such as cleaning, preparing meals and grocery shopping? Do you have help?%u2022 Are you easily able to collect prescriptions?%u2022 How are you looking after your health?%u2022 Do you feel safe in your home?%u2022 Do you have anyone who is helping you or that you can speak to?If the Almoner identifies an issue or concern, the most important question to ask is %u2018How can I help?%u2019 Section four explains some of the support available. 16