What is Independent Living Skills Training?
Since the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, many doors are opening for persons with disabilities to live independently, with full community access.
Independent Living is based on the philosophy that a person with a disability should be in control of the services that allow him/her to live independently.
Sometimes consumers need assistance to learn and/or improve Independent Living Skills (ILS) to achieve greater independence.
Independent Living Skills Training (ILST) is an umbrella approach to meeting a variety of needs on an individual or group basis.
ILST Topics
- Orientation to Independent Living: History and Attitudes
- Rights and Responsibilities
- Benefits and Community Resources
- Self Awareness, Self Advocacy, Relationships, and Social Skills
- Sexuality
- Mobility, Transportation, and Housing
- Health Management
- Household Management
- Financial Management
- Vocational Planning: Education and Jobs
- Life Management
Consumers are encouraged to enroll in all of the classes, if possible, as each one builds upon the previous skills presented. Participation in each session also provides consumers with the opportunity to gain valuable information by sharing personal experience.
