Activities of living, 9: mobilising and mobility

Mobility is the ability to move and maintain a range of postures, including standing, walking and changing positions; mobilising is considered one of the 12 activities of living. This article discusses mobilising, alongside concepts such as lifespan, independence, dependence and influential factors that affect mobility. The article also offers further insight into the activity of living to help the healthcare assistant (HCA) and assistant practitioner (AP) offer care and support that is holistic and patient centred.