Tuesday, November 15, 2022

What Are the Instrumental Activities of Daily Living

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Is your aging loved one capable of preparing meals without assistance?

Does your parent know how to effectively communicate with technology? 


Knowing that your elderly loved one is capable of performing the instrumental activities of daily living, or IADLs, is important in monitoring their progress or deterioration. 


Instrumental Activities of Daily Living

  • Cleaning and housekeeping
  • Managing money 
  • Preparing meals 
  • Safe transportation 
  • And more

There are more instrumental activities of daily living that you can check out here!


Make Hillside Terrace Senior Living Your Home Away from Home


If you’re unsure about your loved one's ability to perform instrumental activities of daily living, you should consider looking into assisted living in Ann Arbor.  


When your loved one stays at Hillside Terrace, they will be treated like family. If you want to learn more about what we can do for you, contact or call us today at 734-761-4451 to schedule a visit. 

Tuesday, November 1, 2022

What Are the Activities of Daily Living?

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Is your aging loved one able to dress appropriately for special occasions? 

Do you feel confident in your parent's ability to get up on their own and move around independently? 


Being able to do these activities is important in deciding if your aging loved one is capable of continuing to live independently.


Activities of Daily Living 

  • Bathing and showering 
  • Continence
  • Dressing
  • Mobility
  • And more

Are your loved ones able to confidently complete these activities without support? Read more about the essential activities of daily living here.


Make Hillside Terrace Senior Living Your Home Away from Home 


Hillside Terrace is here to help provide care for your loved one. We’re a family-owned senior living facility that offers varying levels of care based on your needs.


If you’re looking for assisted living in Ann Arbor, Hillside Terrace is the best place for you! Contact us today to schedule a virtual or in-person tour of our facilities!