Basic personal care activities, often referred to as activities of daily living (ADLs), are essential tasks that individuals perform independently to maintain their health and well-being. These activities can become challenging for some people due to age, illness, or disability. Understanding the range of basic NDIS Personal Care in Adelaide activities can help individuals, Our healthcare professionals provide appropriate support.

1. Bathing and Showering

Preparing for Bathing: Gathering necessary supplies like soap, towels, and a non-slip mat.

Assisting with Bathing: Helping individuals get in and out of the tub or shower, washing their body, and drying them thoroughly.

Using Adaptive Equipment: Employing shower chairs, handrails, or other assistive devices as needed.

2. Dressing and Undressing

Selecting Appropriate Clothing: Choosing comfortable and suitable clothing based on the individual’s needs and preferences.

Assisting with Dressing: Helping individuals put on and take off their clothes, including buttons, zippers, and fasteners.

Using Adaptive Clothing: Utilizing clothing with Velcro closures or elastic waistbands for easier dressing.

3. Toileting

Using the Bathroom Independently: Assisting with getting to and from the bathroom, using the toilet, and wiping oneself.

Managing Incontinence: Providing support for individuals with incontinence, including changing incontinence products and managing accidents.

Using Adaptive Equipment: Employing toilet frames, grab bars, or raised toilet seats as necessary.

4. Eating and Feeding

Preparing Meals: Assisting with meal preparation, including chopping, mixing, and heating food.

Feeding Assistance: Helping individuals eat, including cutting food into smaller pieces, providing utensils, and feeding them if necessary.

Managing Swallowing Difficulties: Adapting meals and providing appropriate feeding techniques for individuals with swallowing problems.

5. Grooming

Hair Care: Washing, drying, and styling hair, including brushing, combing, and cutting.

Oral Hygiene: Assisting with brushing teeth, flossing, and using mouthwash.

Nail Care: Trimming fingernails and toenails, and cleaning under the nails.

Shaving: Helping individuals shave their facial hair or body hair.

6. Mobility

Walking and Standing: Assisting with walking, standing, and transferring from one place to another.

Using Assistive Devices: Employing wheelchairs, walkers, canes, or crutches to aid mobility.

Preventing Falls: Taking precautions to prevent falls, such as removing clutter, ensuring adequate lighting, and using non-slip mats.

7. Continence Management

Bladder and Bowel Control: Assisting individuals with managing their bladder and bowel functions.

Using Incontinence Products: Providing appropriate incontinence products, such as pads, briefs, or catheters.

Promoting Bladder and Bowel Health: Encouraging regular bowel movements and bladder emptying.

8. Communication and Socialization

Facilitating Communication: Assisting individuals with expressing their needs and communicating with others.

Providing Social Opportunities: Encouraging and supporting social interactions and activities.

Addressing Cognitive Impairment: Supporting individuals with cognitive impairments, such as memory loss or difficulty understanding information.

9. Medication Management

Assisting with Medication: Helping individuals take their medications correctly, including reading labels, following dosage instructions, and monitoring for side effects.

Managing Medication Schedules: Organizing medication schedules and providing reminders.

Disposing of Medications Properly: Ensuring safe and proper disposal of expired or unused medications.

10. Home Management

Light Housekeeping: Assisting with tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, and making beds.

Laundry: Helping with laundry, including sorting, washing, drying, and ironing clothes.

Shopping: Accompanying individuals on shopping trips or assisting with online shopping.

It is important to note that the level of assistance required for each basic personal care activity can vary depending on the individual’s needs and abilities. Our healthcare professionals should work closely with individuals to determine the appropriate level of support and ensure their overall well-being.