Lawton-Brody Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale

The Lawton-Brody Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) Scale is a tool used by healthcare professionals to assess a person's ability to independently manage daily tasks necessary for living in the community. These tasks include activities like using the telephone, shopping, preparing meals, managing medications, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation. The scale helps determine how much support someone may need and aids in planning appropriate care or services. It provides insight into an individual's functional independence and overall safety in managing complex daily responsibilities outside basic self-care.