activities of daily living

Personal care activities necessary for everyday living, such as eating, bathing, grooming, dressing, and using the toilet; a term often used by healthcare professionals to assess the need and/or type of care a person may require. Personal care activities necessary for everyday living include things such as eating, bathing, grooming, dressing, and using the toilet. ADLs is a term often used by healthcare professionals to assess the need and/or type of care a person may require.