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Independent Living Skills

WHAT ARE INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS?
Independent Living Skills are the skills needed to perform everyday tasks. We can assist you in learning a variety of these skills to help you become more independent.
Home Management
HOME MANAGEMENT
• Maintaining your household
• Preparing nutritious meals
• Laundering
 Time
TIME
• Understanding concept of time
• Using a clock to plan activities
• Using a calendar appropriately
Health and Safety
HEALTH AND SAFETY
• Maintaining good personal health
• Scheduling medications
• Preparing for medical emergencies
 Transportation
TRANSPORTATION
• Utilizing public transportation
• Scheduling transportation
Community Services
COMMUNITY SERVICES
• Shopping behaviors
• Attending entertainment venues
• Using public services
 Clothing Maintenence
CLOTHING MAINTENANCE
• Caring for clothing
• Selecting appropriate wardrobe
• Repairing clothing
Money Management
MONEY MANAGEMENT
• Budgeting your money
• Maintaining your checking account
• Understanding SSI/SSDI
 Grooming
GROOMING
• Maintaining good hygiene habits
• Using cosmetics and cologne appropriately
• Toileting
Socialization Skills
SOCIALIZATION SKILLS
• Understanding of social etiquette
• Utilizing appropriate manners
• Learning how to deal with others
 Drivers Manual/Test
DRIVERS MANUAL/TEST
• Studying for driving test
• Applying for proper documentation
Knowledge of ADA
KNOWLEDGE OF ADA
• Understanding your rights
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