The 6 Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
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Washing
The ability to wash in the bath or shower (including getting into and out of the bath or shower) or wash by other means.
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Dressing
The ability to put on, take off, secure and unfasten all garments and, as appropriate, any braces, artificial limbs or other surgical or medical appliances.
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Feeding
The ability to feed oneself food after it has been prepared and made available.
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Toileting
The ability to use the lavatory or manage bowel and bladder function through the use of protective undergarments or surgical appliances if appropriate.
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Walking or moving around
The ability to move indoors from room to room on level surfaces.
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Transferring
The ability to move from a bed to an upright chair or wheelchair, and vice versa.
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