Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)

Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) are tasks that support an individual’s ability to live independently and manage their day-to-day life. Unlike basic daily activities like eating and dressing, IADLs include more complex functions such as managing finances, grocery shopping, cooking meals, using transportation, medication management, and keeping up with household chores. These activities are essential for maintaining personal and home organization and reflect a person's ability to live autonomously. Assessing IADLs is important in healthcare, particularly for older adults or individuals with disabilities, as it helps determine the level of support they may need.