Life Skills

In order to independent, young people must be able to access transportation to work and social opportunity. That is why we practice community navigation skills, community safety, practice with using public transportation and self awareness when traveling in the community.

Money is part of every day life. This is why our programming includes money management work in the classroom and hands-on practice in the community. Areas of focus include budgeting, comparison shopping and managing Social Security Disability Benefits.

Learning to cook helps to develop life skills like healthy eating, money budgeting and cleaning.

Proper grooming and healthy personal habits help ward off illnesses, boost self-esteem and are tremendously important in work and social settings.