In Home Care Technology (IHCT)

Monitoring Activities Of Daily Living ADL For Seniors

Seniors who wish to live independently in their own homes may require monitoring in their ability to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
ADLs are basic tasks that are necessary for daily self-care and independent living. Here are some examples of ADLs for seniors:

• Personal Hygiene: This includes tasks such as bathing, grooming, and oral care.


• Dressing: This includes tasks such as selecting and putting on appropriate clothing and footwear.


• Eating: This includes tasks such as preparing food, feeding oneself, and drinking.


• Liquids: Hydration is very important for seniors, and dehydration can easily occur.


• Mobility: This includes tasks such as walking, standing, and getting in and out of chairs.


• Continence Management: This includes tasks related to controlling bladder and bowel movements.


• Toileting: This includes tasks related to using the toilet and cleaning oneself after toileting.

In addition to ADLs, there are also Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), which are more complex tasks that are necessary for independent living. Here are some examples of IADLs:


• Housekeeping: This includes tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping.


• Cooking: This includes tasks related to meal planning, preparation, and cleanup.


• Medication Management: This includes tasks related to taking medications as prescribed, filling prescriptions, and managing medications.


• Transportation: This includes tasks such as driving, using public transportation, or arranging transportation to appointments.


• Financial Management: This includes tasks such as managing finances, paying bills, and balancing a checkbook.

The ability to perform ADLs and IADLs is an important aspect of maintaining independence for seniors. If a senior is having difficulty performing these tasks, they may require additional support or assistance to help them maintain their quality of life and independence. The CHUFFTY APP can provide Monitoring of Activities Of Daily Living ADL For Seniors as described below...

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The CHUFFTY APP can log and monitor Activities Of Daily Living ADL For Seniors

Supporting independent living for an elderly person, or a person with special needs, can be time consuming.
You may have other commitments and priorities, this is why the CHUFFTY APP was developed.
The APP provides a sense independence to the individual, yet provides visibility to the carer (and family) as to the current wellness state of that individual.

Key Features of the CHUFFTY App Include:

Set Reminders For Important Activities

One-Click Wellness Check In & Status Update

Simple To-Do List

Securely Share Activity Diary With Cares, Health Professaionals and Family

Log, Track & Monitor Activities Of Daily Living - ADLs

Log & Track Medications Taken

Log & Track Meals

Log & Track Liquids

Log & Track Exercise

Log & Track Wellness Indicators (like weight)

Log & Track Visitors

See more CHUFFTY APP Features

IHCT also produces physical monitoring devices you can place around the home which will detect movement and allow interaction - Visit the CHUFFTY Motion Sensors Site Here