This week, we are talking about the importance of, and how to develop or improve upon independent life skills for your special needs adult (or adolescent!!) The process of teaching independent skills is a learning experience for each of us – caregiver and loved one alike!! A little self-exploration is helpful here – you are reminded to check out your parental “auto-pilot” so that our loved ones benefit from the highest level of self-sufficiency!

Here is a great resource to help you get started!

Center for Independent Futures: https://independentfutures.com/blog/skills-for-independence/

This site houses specific resources for supplementing the teaching processes that I discuss in the podcast, and a document for assessing skills to focus on. Be sure to access the PDF of Preparing for More Independent Living.

Got questions or insights? I’d love to hear them! Reach out via Instagram at @views_fromthecliff or email me at [email protected]. In the meantime, cherish the view from the cliff!!