Instrumental ADLs
Complex tasks that are necessary for truly independent living. Skill levels ranging from proficient to needing assistance are measured in the areas of cooking, medication management, shopping, communicating, managing finances, transportation, and performing household chores and tasks.
Instrumental ADLs Articles
Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Defined
There are 8 instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) that are used to determine a senior’s ability to be self-sufficient and what services are needed to support living independently.
0 CommentsSigns a Senior Needs Help at Home
Your aging parents think they can still take care of themselves, but, if you’re noticing any of these red flags, it is time to consider hiring in-home care.
54 CommentsIn-Home Services That Can Help Seniors Continue to Live Independently
Most seniors wish to continue living in their own homes, but this can be challenging as abilities wane with age. Individual services like meal delivery and more comprehensive in-home care can enable a loved one to age in place safely.
16 CommentsWarning Signs That Your Parent's Finances Are Off Track
Money can be a sticky subject to discuss with your aging parents. If you’re noticing any of these red flags, it may be time to step in and assist in managing their finances.
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Instrumental ADLs Questions
Help needed; If we force him to go to assisted living facility what happens?
2 Commentsgladimhere Answered 2 min agoMom is making terrible financial decisions BUT won’t listen to advice that I’m giving and feels she’s doing absolutely nothing wrong.
5 CommentsMargaretMcKen Answered Dec 7, 2018Friend not taking care of business. What can be done about any of this, if anything can be done at all?
6 CommentsDad (93) still has his checkbook & gives money he can't afford to my leeching brother. I am POA, can I take my Dad's checkbook?
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