· Fold bills separately according to denomination.

· Crinkle new bills (prevents sticking).

· Coins can be identified tactilely by the edges, and different sizes and thicknesses.

· Know the exact amount of money in the wallet before starting out.

· Try to pay with the amount closest to the total.

· Ask sales clerks to identify the denomination of bills and coins when making change.

· Banks can order checks in large print.

· Templates and signature guides are available for signing checks.

· Ask someone at the bank to balance checkbook.

· Set up automatic withdrawals and payments to lessen check writing.

· Request bills in large print or braille from utility companies and credit card companies.

· Before leaving home, take only cards or credit cards that you will need.

· Keep the ones you do not use as often in a zippered purse pocket.

· When checking out at a store, hold wallet in hand vs. laying it on the counter.

· Do not set credit card on counter. Let clerk take it from your hand.