Empowering primary-care physicians to care for their elderly patients in a patient-centered holistic manner.

Instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)

IADLs, while not fundamental for functioning, enable a person to live independently.
  • Doing light housework
  • Preparing meals
  • Taking medications
  • Shopping for groceries/clothing
  • Using the telephone
  • Managing money
  • Using transportation
If you suspect your patient is having difficulties with ADLs or IADLs, have them evaluated by an occupational therapist whom may be able to suggest work-arounds (e.g., use of assistive devices or hiring of a home-health aide). Finding solutions allow your elderly patients to maintain their independence.


Please check-out the following link: Lawton IADL scale

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