Activities Of Daily Living

What Are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and How Can Home Care Help?

When it comes to senior healthcare, activities of daily living (ADLs) are essential for independent seniors. ADLs are everyday activities that require specific skills which are necessary for a person to live independently in their own home. Examples of ADLs include bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring from bed to chair and chair to bed, eating, walking, and continence care. When someone is unable to perform these basic tasks on their own or with help from family members, home care can be an important factor in maintaining safety and optimal well-being.

What Does Home Care Entail?

Home care services provide assistance with activities of daily living as well as instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). IADLS involve more complex tasks such as meal preparation, grocery shopping/errands, managing medications/vitamins/supplements, light housekeeping/laundry/linen change service and other environmental services. Home care aides can also provide transportation assistance to doctor appointments or social outings. At Sound Home Care Services we go beyond the basics with our specialized dementia programming including memory care services and music therapy that have been proven to improve quality of life for those living with dementia.

The Benefits Of Home Care

Home care allows seniors who need assistance with ADL’s and IADLS the opportunity to remain safe at home while having access to the professional resources they need in order to maintain an optimal quality of life. For family members who are caregivers for their loved one(s), home care provides much needed respite from the stress of caring for a loved one full-time. The peace of mind that comes from knowing someone is there monitoring your loved one’s condition is priceless. Additionally, home care can often be significantly less expensive than nursing homes or other long term care facilities.

Whether you're a senior looking for assistance with activities of daily living or a family member searching for extra help for a loved one in need; Sound Home Care Services offers innovative programs designed specifically for aging adults that prioritize safety first while honing in on creating engaging experiences tailored to individual needs that promote happiness and improved quality of life. If you're looking for homecare services consider calling Sound Home Care today! We look forward to assisting you!