Friends, Relationships, Community and Good Health

Independence in the Community

This aims to develop the student’s knowledge and skills to look after themselves and live successfully in the community to the best of their ability. There is also an emphasis on building the student’s confidence and ability to overcome barriers. It may include the following areas of study:

•   Accessing community facilities such as health services and getting about safely

•   Household skills such as food safety and storage and basic meal preparation

•   Leisure activities such as participation in team activities and exploring music and art

•  Personal development such as healthy living, personal awareness and understanding relationships

•  Rights and responsibilities such as living in a diverse society and self-advocacy

•  Employability skills such as enterprise projects

•  Personal and social development skills such as confidence-building, teamwork, healthy  living, citizenship, rights and responsibilities.

• Vocational areas such as business and administration, hospitality, sport and leisure and customer services.

Personal Care

•        Personal hygiene and grooming

•        Dressing and undressing

•        Hair Care

•        Oral Care

•        Denture Care

•        Skin Care

•        Bathing