Activities of daily living and transition to community living for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Background: As adults with intellectual disability (ID) in Ireland move to the community from residential settings, the changed environment is intended to increase opportunities for occupational engagement, autonomy and social relationships. It is important to consider how increased resources and opportunities available within the community can be optimized to promote engagement and quality of life.

Aims: This paper investigates if and how ADL and IADL performance of people ageing with ID is related to place of residence.