Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
ADLs; Basic tasks of everyday life assessed in the categories of dressing, bathing, eating, transferring, continence, and toileting.
Activities of Daily Living Articles
Understanding Activities of Daily Living: Checklists, Assessments, and More
Assessing basic ADLs and instrumental ADLs helps determine the level of care a senior needs and what programs and benefits they may be eligible for.
2 CommentsInstrumental Activities of Daily Living Defined
Unlike basic activities of daily living (ADLs) that relate to personal care and are central to day-to-day function, IADLs are more complex tasks that are necessary for truly independent living.
1 CommentShould Your Elderly Parent Continue Living at Home?
Evaluate your elderly parent's ability to age in place by conducting a thorough assessment to determine if they are physically and mentally able to continue living in their own home.
42 CommentsNeeds Assessment: The First Step When Moving to Senior Housing
Senior living communities conduct a needs assessment that measures potential residents’ physical and cognitive abilities to ensure that a senior’s needs match the services the community is able to provide.
0 CommentsHow to Make a Care Plan for the Elderly
An elder care plan can be a scheduling tool, an informal agreement with an aging loved one, or a formal contract used to coordinate payment for care services. Learn how to create a plan of care that will help you stay focused and organized.
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Activities of Daily Living Questions
Hacks, tips on setting up TV remote for senior?
11 Answersnmiller3 Answered Sep 21, 2024What are your criteria for timing placement?
7 AnswersPeasuep Replied Sep 16, 2024Advice finding the best extended care/long term care facility (without dealing with admissions people)?
10 AnswersLostinPlace Answered Sep 16, 2024Recommendations on an alarm clock that an elder family member would be able to control.
16 AnswersPeasuep Answered Sep 12, 2024
Activities of Daily Living Discussions
Dad almost burnt down my home.
21 CommentsTXmomof3 Commented Sep 21, 2024Podcasts anyone?
31 CommentsAlvaDeer Commented Apr 13, 2024How can I manage my weak stomach?
15 CommentsBurntCaregiver Commented Feb 29, 2024Making doctor appointments on-line. Any advice?
7 Commentsfreqflyer Commented Feb 2023