Activities of Daily Living Assessment
An assessment of an individual's physical and cognitive functions to determine if he or she can still complete activities of daily living. Assessments are performed by geriatric case managers, social workers or other similar types of professionals.
More Common Terms
- Senior scams Illegitimate offers or opportunities that take advantage of seniors and attempt to steal assets.
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) An extension of Medicare coverage that provides cash disability benefits for those who qualify.
- Transferring The ability to move in or out of a chair, bed or wheelchair. This is one of the activities of daily living.