ADL’s stand for activities of daily living. They include:
- ambulating
- feeding
- dressing
- personal hygiene
- continence
- toileting
Caregivers help out in tremendous ways to take care of their loved ones. These ADL’s can be burdensome at times, as well as prove difficult. Here are a few tips and tricks that may help in performing these daily tasks.
Remember that a person may have a particular preference of how they like to do things. For example, your Mom may like to have a shower in the evenings, so you may encounter more resistance if you insist on helping her shower or bathe in the morning. Being flexible, and allowing your loved one to have an active role in his care, will typically make things run smoother.
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