DAILY TASKS AROUND THE HOME (Instrumental ADLs)

This category of instrumental ADLs includes ability to , on one’s own, perform daily tasks around the home in the following areas:

  • Prepare meals and cleanup afterwards:
    • Plan, cook, prepare, and serve nutritious meals:
    • Clean-up afterwards
    • Store food
    • Safely use kitchen equipment and utensils
  • Do Housework:
    • Complete light housework:
      • Dust
      • Straighten up rooms and surfaces
      • Make bed
    • Maintain hygienic environment:
      • Wash dishes
      • Vacuum, sweep, and mop
      • Clean bathrooms
      • Remove trash
      • Do laundry
  • Maintain the home and yard:
    • Do yard work (mowing, raking, snow removal, etc.)
    • Do inside maintenance (painting, plumbing, etc.)
  • Shop for groceries or clothes:
    • Make grocery and other shopping lists
    • Choose and purchase items
    • Obtain and store correct amounts
    • Transport or arrange transport of items
  • Manage communications:
    • Use hard-line telephone, mobile phone, email, Internet
    • Look up and dial numbers
    • Look up email addresses and send emails
    • Search and access Internet sites

Below is a sampling of products and equipment that are designed to help you to complete daily tasks around the home. 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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Vive Foam Tubing (9 Pack) – Utensil Padding Grips – Spoon, Fork Round Hollow Medical Closed Cell Tube – Cut to Length – Provides Wider, Larger Grip Pipe Tool for Dexterity, Disabled, Elderly

$12.99
  • WIDE GRIP FOR GREATER CONTROL: Foam tubing provides a wider grip for greater control and more secure grip on everyday objects. Perfect for pens, silverware, toothbrushes and more, the tubing builds up the utensil handles to create a soft, comfortable grip for those needing assistance such as individuals with ALS, Parkinson's Disease, Ehler-Danlos Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis, neuropathy, and multiple sclerosis.
  • SOFT NON-SLIP GRIP: High-density foam tubing is comfortably soft. The non-slip foam stays securely in place on the tool or utensil and does not easily slide from the hand. Foam will not absorb odors from hands or food and is easily washed by hand or in the dishwasher.
  • CUT TO CUSTOM LENGTH: Foam tubing grips come in 12” lengths allowing each tube to conveniently cover multiple objects. Easily cut with scissors, simply mark tubing at the desired length for each object.
  • 9 PIECE ASSORTMENT OF DIAMETERS AND COLORS: Package contains 9 pieces of tubing. Three blue foam tubes have a diameter of 1.9cm and are perfect for knives and thicker utensils. The red foam tubes are .95cm and are most useful for spoons and forks. The smallest tubing is .6cm in diameter and is best used for pens, pencils and toothbrushes
  • VIVE GUARANTEE: 60 day unconditional guarantee so you can purchase now with confidence.
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Vive Folding Cane – Foldable Walking Cane for Men, Women – Fold-up, Collapsible, Lightweight, Adjustable, Portable Hand Walking Stick – Balancing Mobility Aid – Sleek, Comfortable T Handles (Purple)

$17.99
  • COLLAPSIBLE AND COMPACT: Providing a convenient option for those needing assistance, the Vive folding cane smoothly and securely locks in place to provide extra stability while walking on any surface. Folding at four points along the cane shaft, the collapsible cane is compact, easily fitting into a purse, briefcase, carry on or wheelchair bag.
  • LIGHTWEIGHT ADJUSTABLE ALUMINUM FRAME: Constructed with a durable, corrosion-resistant anodized aluminum, the folding cane is exceptionally lightweight yet sturdy, safely supporting up to 250 pounds. The cane is easily adjusted in one-inch increments from a minimum of 33” to a maximum height of 37”.
  • ERGONOMIC HAND GRIP AND STRAP: Ergonomic hand grip contours to the hand to reduce hand fatigue, prevent muscle cramping and relieve pressure on the wrist. The integrated wrist strap keeps the cane from falling to the ground when released.
  • SLIP-RESISTANT RUBBER TIP: Collapsible cane is capped with a slip-resistant rubber tip for additional traction and stability. The cane is also compatible with most replacement tips, including tripod tips, quad tips and ice tips.
  • VIVE GUARANTEE: Unconditional lifetime guarantee so you can purchase now with confidence
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Vive Quad Cane – Walking Stick for Men and Women – Lightweight Adjustable Staff – Comfortable Right and Left Hand Grip for Stability Support – Four Prong Sturdy Aluminum Travel Aid – 4 Tip

$36.99
  • SUPERIOR STABILITY AND TRACTION ON ANY SURFACE: Safely navigate over any surface, indoors and out. The quad cane base provides greater traction on smooth surfaces such as hardwood, laminate or tile floors as well as greater stability on uneven surfaces such as grass, sand, gravel or plush carpets. The versatile cane is made with a durable anodized aluminum frame that is adjustable from 28” to a maximum of 37” and supports up to 250 pounds.
  • NONSLIP, FOUR-PRONGED BASE: Easily switching from the left to right side, the four prong base locks into place providing additional support without interfering with a normal stride. Each prong is capped with a rubber, non skid, non-marking tip for added stability and convenience. The square base allows the cane to stand upright while remaining compact enough to easily fit on stairs or in narrow passageways.
  • COMFORTABLE ERGONOMIC GRIP: Fitted with an ergonomically contoured hand grip, the cane handle creates a secure, yet comfortable grip perfect for daily use. The handle also includes a wrist strap for added convenience.
  • CORROSION-RESISTANT LIGHTWEIGHT FRAME: Constructed with a durable anodized aluminum, the quad cane is lightweight and corrosion-resistant. Dual security features include an easy to grip locking knob and brass locking pin ensure that the cane stays at the set height without slipping.
  • VIVE GUARANTEE: Unconditional Lifetime guarantee so you can purchase now with confidence.
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