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?