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Course Detail: CEPD-JJILFA - Independent Living Fundamentals: Autonomy in Action
Independent Living Fundamentals: Autonomy in Action
Course Fee:
Dates: February 24 and March 3 & 17, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Dates: February 24 and March 3 & 17, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Target Audience: Young adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
Course Description:
This practical, hands-on workshop is designed to bridge the gap between supportive home environments and adult self-sufficiency. Recognizing that "independence" requires strong executive functioning, this course breaks down the complex tasks of daily life into manageable, repeatable systems. Students will move beyond theory, engaging in simulations that cover household management, personal safety, and financial wellness, directly addressing the anxiety often associated with "adulting."
This practical, hands-on workshop is designed to bridge the gap between supportive home environments and adult self-sufficiency. Recognizing that "independence" requires strong executive functioning, this course breaks down the complex tasks of daily life into manageable, repeatable systems. Students will move beyond theory, engaging in simulations that cover household management, personal safety, and financial wellness, directly addressing the anxiety often associated with "adulting."
Key Learning Modules:
- Household Executive Functioning: Establishing daily routines for hygiene, nutrition, and home maintenance (cleaning, laundry, and organization) to create a healthy living environment.
- Financial Wellness & Safety: Practical budgeting for needs vs. wants, understanding banking basics, and critical training on identifying and avoiding financial scams and exploitation.
- Community Mobility & Navigation: Reading schedules, utilizing public transit or rideshares safely, and time management strategies to ensure punctuality for work and appointments.
- Emergency Preparedness & Health: How to handle minor medical issues, medication management/compliance, and knowing when and how to access emergency services (911 vs. urgent care).
Student Outcome: Upon completion, students will demonstrate increased confidence in managing their personal space and resources, resulting in a quantifiable reduction in reliance on caregivers for routine daily tasks.