Identify responsibilities of effective developmental transitions and life skills into adulthood.

Identification should include

  • shelter, food, and exercise
  • work and family obligations
  • financial responsibilities
  • management of resources (e.g., time, financial, clothing, transportation)
  • safe and responsible use of technology (e.g., social media, online banking)
  • personal values and goals
  • social obligations and needs, including good citizenship.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

  • What are the benefits of exercise? What are the consequences of not exercising?
  • How might society benefit or be harmed by your actions as an independent adult?
  • How can individuals in supported living achieve levels of independence?
  • How do underfunded resources or agencies affect levels of independence?

Communication

  • What questions should you ask to gain an understanding of your responsibilities as an independent adult?
  • What skills do you need to manage personal and social obligations as an independent adult?
  • How can collaboration help you manage personal and social obligations?

Leadership

  • How do leaders advocate for independent adult responsibilities and values?
  • How do our actions communicate our values?
  • How do leaders solve social problems that limit their freedoms and rights?

Management

  • How might changing your personal or social condition also affect your resources?
  • What resources are available to adults to help manage personal and social influences on independent living?