ADL Assessment
What it is
An activities of daily living (ADL) assessment looks at how an injury affects a person's day-to-day tasks, such as self-care, household tasks and getting around. It identifies the support, equipment or services that may be needed.
Who it's for
- CTP claimants and injured workers with ongoing needs after injury
- Insurers and case managers assessing support requests
- Treating practitioners and families involved in the person's care
What's involved
- An assessment, often at the person's home
- Discussion of daily routines and the tasks that are affected
- Review of any relevant medical information
What you receive
- A written report of the person's daily-living needs
- Recommendations for equipment, modifications or support services
- Information to help the insurer consider the person's needs