Everyday Essentials

What is it?

Everyday Essentials is a progressive, three-level life skills program designed to support individuals at varying stages of independence. Individuals will begin with high support and guided practice, then gradually build confidence, responsibility, and self-direction in everyday living. Each level strengthens practical skills, decision-making, and self-advocacy through hands-on, real-life learning.

Level 1 – Foundations of Life Skills

Program Description

Level 1 focuses on building foundational life skills through structured routines, direct instruction, and guided practice. Individuals will receive high levels of support while learning essential daily living skills, emotional regulation strategies, and basic decision-making in safe, familiar environments.

Program Is Well-Suited for Individuals Who:

Want to build independence in daily living skills
Benefit from hands-on learning and real-life practice
Need support with routines, decision-making, safety, or community navigation
Can participate in group-based programming with varying levels of support
Communicate verbally, non-verbally, or using alternative communication methods

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate increased independence in daily routines such as personal care, bed making, laundry, organization, and scheduling with staff support
Practice personal safety skills and identify trusted people and safe choices in everyday situations
Develop basic money skills including spending awareness, simple budgeting, and planning purchases
Build skills for managing emotions, stress, and self-advocacy with guided support
Apply problem-solving strategies to real-life situations at home and within the program setting