Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assessment

• Therapists, counsellors, psychologists, social workers and coaches
• Built for in-person and telehealth sessions

You will receive worksheet templates formatted for easy printing and fully compatible with all PDF fillable software.

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6 Page PDF Digital Download

Our Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assessment handouts have been developed to support therapists and allied health professionals in assessing functional capacity and everyday living skills across a range of clinical contexts.

This structured assessment tool supports clear, comprehensive evaluation of an individual’s ability to manage personal care, household tasks, mobility, and community functioning. It is designed to assist with clinical formulation, treatment planning, documentation, and referral processes.

All information and assessment components included in this resource are designed to be practical, thorough, and easy to integrate into clinical practice.

What do our ADL assessment worksheets cover

This 6-page assessment resource includes structured sections to support clinicians to:

• Understand what Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are and when assessment is appropriate
• Assess core self-care tasks, including eating, dressing, grooming, bathing, and hygiene
• Evaluate household functioning, such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, and housework
• Assess bladder and bowel management where relevant
• Review medication management and adherence
• Assess mobility and physical functioning, including transfers, stairs, and general movement
• Evaluate community access, transport use, shopping, and financial management
• Document leisure and physical activities
• Record background information, including medical history, diagnoses, employment, and supports
• Capture referral details, practitioner details, and emergency contacts
• Summarise findings and develop clear, informed recommendations
• Support reporting requirements for clinical, disability, aged care, or multidisciplinary contexts

Who are our ADL assessment worksheets for

Designed by a registered psychologist, this resource is ideal for psychologists, counsellors, occupational therapists, social workers, and allied health professionals who assess functional capacity and daily living skills.

Particularly suitable for work with older adults, individuals with physical or psychological disabilities, mental health conditions impacting functioning, or clients requiring formal assessment for support planning, referrals, or care coordination.

Appropriate for use across clinical, community, disability, aged care, and multidisciplinary settings.

What you can expect from our therapy tools:

• Structured exercises designed to support skill-building
• Based on established, evidence-informed therapy modalities
• High-quality resources with responsive support
• Practical, engaging, and easy-to-use designs
• Inclusive and relevant content for diverse clients

Further information on My Thriving Mind:

This is a digital product, available for instant download after purchase. The files are delivered in PDF format, optimised for both printing and to be online fillable.

If you have any questions or concerns prior to, or after purchasing this product please do not hesitate to reach out to us directly via our contact page.