Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

What are Activities of Daily Living?

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are the routine activities people do every day . These activities are the basic skills required for independent self care. ADLs include eating, drinking, feeding, washing, bathing, dressing, grooming, eliminating, toileting and mobilizing.

Building Independence

Building Independence (1).pdf

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Life Skills

Copy of Domestic Life Skills for DD ID Youth Teens.pdf

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Dressing

young children eating at cafeteria bench table

Feeding

drawing of toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, hand soap dispenser, and face cloth

Hygiene

Toileting

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