Dementia 2 – Managing Activities Of Daily Living (ADL)

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are essential tasks necessary for people to live independently. As dementia progresses, caregivers may need to assist more with ADLs, including basic and instrumental ADLs:

Basic ADLs include eating, dressing, bathing, grooming, brushing teeth, and using the bathroom. In the early stages of dementia, most individuals can manage these tasks independently. This course provides direct-care skills strategies and guidelines for family caregivers who care for their loved ones living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.