Donna 78 years old and was recently widowed. Donna sold her house because she couldn't manage the yardwork and now lives in a condominium complex near her son. Donna does most things herself, such as cooking and laundry, but her son helps with odd jobs in the condominium. Which of Donna's life changes reflects the Baltes and Baltes concept of compensation?

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The concept of compensation emphasizes the use of alternative strategies to offset losses or limitations in one domain by increasing one's engagement in other areas. Donna's son helping her with odd jobs in the condominium balances her limitations in physical abilities and enables her to live independently.

Donna 78 Years Old and Was Recently Widowed