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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Weighted Utensils for Tremors and Parkinsons Aids Devices – Heavy Weight Stainless Steel Silverware Set, Adaptive Eating Flatware Helps Hand Tremors, Parkinson, Arthritis – Knife, Fork, 2 Spoons & Bag

$34.99
  • DISCRETE WEIGHTED UTENSILS - Looks just like regular premium tableware, dinnerware and cutlery. Good for people who want independence at mealtimes, essential for dignity and confidence while eating at home, in the kitchen or on the go.
  • ROLL UP CANVAS TRAVEL BAG HOLDER - Great for traveling, restaurants, picnics, visiting friends, use at home or as gifts for elderly handicap disabled patients, which Includes a big high quality gift box.
  • ERGONOMIC FOUR PIECE SET - This parkinsons silverware set includes a table knife, a fork, tablespoon and a deep bowl soup spoon. This can also be used by active occupational therapy staff when feeding patients.
  • ADAPTABLE DESIGN FOR SHAKING HANDS - Designed to fit comfortably in the hand with a wide weighted non slip grip and large handle, each adaptive utensil weighs a minimum of 7oz per piece, great for extra stability and easy comfort for those with weak grip strength or wrist shake.
  • PREMIUM STAINLESS STEEL – Vincere brands weighted smart and assistive products are made with the highest quality stainless steel with a classic polished finish. This weights the shaky hand to give more stability.