Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
MARCH 13, 2025
Occupational therapy Occupational therapists focus on improving the persons ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), such as dressing, cooking and bathing. Therapists also work with families to create safe home environments that minimize fall risks, which is particularly important for people who may not recognize hazards.
Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
AUGUST 3, 2023
The sleepover hangover is a telltale sign of summer in our home. Teenagers up and out way too late with friends, hopefully staying out of trouble and then crashing until 2 p.m. the next day. Little ones who are just plain exhausted after multiple evenings with cousins. And parents just trying to keep it all…
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CareAcademy Blog
MARCH 26, 2025
Support activities of daily living (or ADLs): Clients living with dementia need the same types of support that other clients do, but they may need activities to be adapted to their level of ability and understanding.
Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
JUNE 20, 2024
Occupational therapy can employ abilities-based pacing during verbal communication to improve independence in self-care ADLs. For example, a physical therapist would want to collaborate with speech pathology in instances where reduced receptive language is impacting an individual’s ability to understand steps for a safe transfer.
Comfort Home Care
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In-Home Care for Seniors In-home care provides professional support services for individuals or couples who need help recovering from an illness, managing a chronic illness, have special needs or a disability, or who simply need help with the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
Daily Nurse
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It is an all-pervasive experience that can wreak havoc on the lives of patients and their loved ones, and the road to recovery can be long.
Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
AUGUST 15, 2024
Relational over task-based interactions : When staff approach residents with the mindset of “visiting” rather than simply fulfilling duties, such as ADLs, the tone of interaction shifts. These activities echo the casual gatherings that bring neighbors together back home.
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