| Sumario: | Background: People with chronic conditions often experience decreased ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL). ABLE is a structured, client-centred, occupational therapy programme developed to address ADL ability using adaptational strategies. Aims: Evaluate the feasibility of ABLE in terms of content and delivery, i.e., intervention development and components, mechanisms of action, perceived value, feasibility in practice, and fidelity. Material and methods: Study was conducted alongside a randomised controlled trial collecting data from clients and occupational therapists. Quantitative and qualitative data were analysed descriptively. Results: ABLE was delivered with high fidelity and perceived meaningful and satisfactory. Goals were attained in 55 out of 64 cases (86%). Key mechanisms included standardised ADL evaluations, collaborative goal setting, and adaptational strategies. Minor deviations occurred, and goal setting posed challenges. Conclusions: ABLE was feasible and acceptable in municipal rehabilitation services. Findings support potential for enhancing ADL ability among people with chronic conditions. Significance: This study adds to a comprehensive evidence base for ABLE and informs future implementation, highlighting the importance of training in goal setting and standardised evaluation. Trial registration: Prospective registration on [registration date: 05/03/2020; identifier: NCT04 295837] prior to data collection that occurred between August 2020 and July 2021.
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