BASIC ACTIVITES OF DAILY LIVING (ADLs)

Basic ADLs consist of self-care tasks that are necessary for the most fundamental aspects of functioning. They include, but are not limited to, these areas:

  1. Functional Mobility:
    • Transferring (moving in or out of bed or a chair unassisted – mechanical transfer aids may be used)
    • Locomotion (moving to different areas in the same room or on the same floor, within the home or on a level surface outside, by walking alone or using a cane, walker, wheelchair, or scooter) while performing activities
  2. Bathing:
    • Washing one’s entire body
    • Getting in and out of tub or shower
    • Sponge bathing
  3. Dressing:
    • Taking clothes from drawers and closets
    • Putting on and taking off clothes and outer garments, including fasteners
  4. Self-feeding:
    • Getting food from plate to mouth
  5. Personal hygiene and grooming:
    • Brushing / combing / styling hair
    • Trimming nails
  6. Maintaining Control Over Urination and Release of Stool:
    • Maintaining complete self-control over urination and defecation
  7. Toileting:
    • Getting to the toilet or remote toileting receptacle
    • Sitting down or otherwise aligning oneself over the toilet or the remote toileting receptacle
    • Discharging urine and/or feces
    • Cleaning oneself
    • Getting back up or moving off the remote toileting receptacle
    • Dumping contents of remote toileting receptacle into the toilet
    • Flushing the toilet
    • Arranging and fastening clothing

Simply stated, basic ADLs are the tasks people do when they get up in the morning and prepare to go out of the house: get out of bed, go to the toilet, bathe, dress, groom, and eat.

Below is a sampling of products and equipment that are designed to help you complete your basic ADLs for a longer period of time. Click on the links to find out more information, see other products selections, and if you like, to make a purchase from one of our providers.

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Nurth 4 in 1 Chair Shower Commode Mobile Chair Commode/Shower Wheelchair Padded Toilet Seat Shower Transport Chair with 4 Brakes, Removable Pedal, Adjustable armrest, PU Commode Seat and Pail 220lb

$269.99
  • MULTI-USE 4-in-1 -- commode/shower chair/chair /Wheelchair can be used anywhere as a standalone commode thanks to the included pail. Can also be used directly over a toilet for safer toileting or as a safe and comfortable shower chair.
  • SAFER, CLEANER DESIGN -- WORKS GREAT AS A PADDED COMMODE CHAIR as it fits over a standard toilet, which enables you to easily perform multiple transfers. Seat height is 20 inches, Seat Width 16.5 inches, Total Height 31.5 inches. unlike old style white/gray chairs that blend into the backgound. Especially Helpful for Dementia and Visually Impaired Users to Help Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls; the Leading Cause of Death by Injury in People Over 65.
  • EASILY MOVE ACROSS FLOORS AND THICK CARPETS with large -- durable wheels, along with rear locking wheels to set it in place. Weighs only 26 pounds and supports up to 220 pounds.
  • High Quaity MEDICAL GRADE -- Aluminum Frame Will Never Rust. Institutional Quality for Reliability, Durability and Safety. LIFETIME WARRANTY. PADDED SEAT,
  • ADJUSTABLE ARMRESTS AND BACK Provide Comfortable, Warm-to-the-Touch Seating and Minimzes the Risk of Skin Tears and Subsequent Infections.
  • 100% SATISFIED - If you are not happy with your buying experience, simply contact us and tell us what we can do to solve the problem! If the product fails to meet your expectations or is not as described, we will replace the item(s) or give you 100% of your money back.