"This new edition of the classic assessment determines a patient's or client's ability to function in basic living skills. Easily administered and appropriate for use with many populations and in many settings, this versatile assessment assists in identifying areas in which a person can perform and where he or she needs assistance. The KELS covers reading and writing, self-care, safety and health, money management, community mobility and telephone use, and employment and leisure. Safety photos have been update, and electronic banking and electronic devices are included. An accompanying flash drive hosts the electronic banking items and forms for administration."-- Provided by publisher.

Introduction -- Equipment assembly -- Forms, labels, and cards -- Administration -- Completion of KELS Score Form -- Research -- Applications and limitations.