January 2016 | Jennifer Farnham, Joel C. Cantor | Opinion: Regulatory Change Could Improve Care for Many of NJ’s Most Vulnerable
Aides assist people who need help with activities of daily living, such as eating, bathing, dressing, mobility, and using the toilet. They also help with light housekeeping and meal preparation to allow clients to live independently in a safe, healthy environment. Without such help, people with functional limitations may need to live in a long-term care institution like a nursing home. Strong support for daily activities among people with disabilities can also help prevent negative outcomes such as hospital admissions and emergency department visits.