ADLs vs. IADLs Part 3: What Are Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)?

In this blog series, we examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. In part one of our blog series “ADLs vs. IADLs,” we defined activities of daily living (ADLs) as the key self-care tasks, like bathing [...]

By |2025-11-24T13:12:48-05:00November 18th, 2025|

ADLs vs. IADLs Part 2: Weighing the Options When ADLs Become Difficult

In this blog series, we examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. In part one of our blog series “ADLs vs. IADLs,” we discussed activities of daily living (ADLs) — essential self-care tasks, like bathing and [...]

By |2025-11-24T13:13:23-05:00November 10th, 2025|

ADLs vs. IADLs Part 1: What Are Activities of Daily Living and Why Do They Matter?

In this blog series, we examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. As we age, one of the key measures of a person’s ability to live independently is how well they can manage activities of daily [...]

By |2025-11-24T13:13:52-05:00November 3rd, 2025|

Seeing the Silver Lining: Optimism May Lengthen Your Life

Generally speaking, do you see the glass as half-full or half-empty? We all have moments of optimism or pessimism over the course of our lives, but could a more positive mindset help you live a longer, happier, healthier life? New research suggests that seeing the silver lining could actually boost overall mental and physical wellness [...]

By |2022-06-27T17:10:15-04:00May 10th, 2022|

When Is It Time to Call in Care Reinforcements for an Aging Loved One?

With COVID-19 numbers down in many areas of the country, school breaks, and this month's various religious holidays, a lot of people may be visiting older family members for the first time in quite a while. It is a wonderful chance to spend time together, and it also presents an opportunity to assess how older [...]

By |2023-08-05T18:13:45-04:00April 12th, 2022|

What Will Long-Term Care Cost and How Long Will I Need It?

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)’s Administration on Aging (AOA), around 70 percent of people over the age of 65 will require long-term care services at some point in their life. This means they will need assistance with at least two activities of daily living (ADLs) such as eating, dressing, or [...]

By |2024-04-26T11:13:47-04:00December 14th, 2020|

Close-up: The AARP Long-Term Services & Supports Scorecard

I’m always eager to share resources for people who are interested in learning more about the senior living industry and related topics like long-term care. That’s why I was excited to hear about the most recent version of the AARP Public Policy Institute’s Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) State Scorecard Report. Ranking LTSS by state [...]

By |2023-08-04T20:04:20-04:00June 29th, 2017|
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