Activities of Daily Living
Activities of daily living (ADLs) are tasks people perform each day to take care of themselves and their well-being.
Basic ADLs are skills one needs to manage their physical self-care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, or moving from one place to another.
Instrumental ADLs are complex skills that allow someone to live independently, such as preparing meals, cleaning their home, shopping, driving, managing finances, managing medications, and laundry.
Search online for “aids for daily living” to find bathing, dressing, dining, or other household aids to help your loved one maintain their independence.
