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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Tena Incontinence Guards for Men, Moderate Absorbency, 144 Count

$34.41
  • Disposable incontinence pads protect against light bladder leaks for men
  • Discreet liners fit inside underwear, briefs, or boxer briefs to ensure all-day comfort that is comparable to incontinence pads for men from leading brands
  • Soft, cloth-like cover for comfort and discretion that provide a comfortable fit compared to incontinence pads for men from other brands
  • Contoured cup shape designed to fit the male anatomy and strong adhesive to lock the incontinence guard in place
  • Individually wrapped pads to provide discreet on-the-go incontinence protection
  • Absorbent core soaks in liquid quickly to prevent incontinence leakage
  • 144 Individually Wrapped Male Incontinence Guards

Tena Maximum Absorbency Incontinence Underwear for Women, S/M, 80 Count

$39.99
  • ConfioAir 100% Breathable Technology to help maintain your skins natural balance
  • Proskin Underwear provides heavy leakage incontinence protection, with a comfortable design
  • Effective leakage and odor protection plus super-absorbent polymers help lock away moisture
  • The soft curved leg elastics ensure a secure and comfortable fit - Ideal for everyday use
  • A comfortable small/medium waist 34" - 44"