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Adult Social Care Glossary, v 0.41

Activities of daily living

ADLs

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Definition
NHS Digital: Health Survey for England 2018

Activities relating to personal care and mobility about the home that are basic to daily living

Plain English definition
Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster

Things you do every day to look after yourself, such as eating, washing, dressing and using the toilet. An assessment of your needs will look at how well you can manage your activities of daily living, and what help and support you need. SEE ALSO: Assessment

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