Daily Living Skills Training in New Hampshire
Build your child's independence and confidence with our comprehensive daily living skills program. Using evidence-based ABA techniques, we teach essential self-care, household, and community skills for lifelong success.
Why Daily Living Skills Matter
Building independence for a lifetime
Daily living skills, also called adaptive skills or activities of daily living (ADLs), are the essential tasks we perform every day to care for ourselves and participate in our communities. Research from the CDC shows that many children with autism experience delays in adaptive functioning, making explicit instruction in these skills crucial for long-term independence.
Our BCBA-designed daily living skills program in Concord, Manchester, Nashua, and Derry uses proven ABA methods backed by over 50 years of scientific research to teach independence in personal care, household responsibilities, and community participation. By breaking down complex tasks into manageable steps and providing systematic instruction, we help children gain the skills they need to function independently now and in the future.
Key Benefits
How this program supports your child's growth
Increased independence in self-care routines
Improved confidence and self-esteem
Reduced caregiver burden and family stress
Better preparation for school and community settings
Enhanced quality of life for child and family
Successful participation in age-appropriate activities
Development of safety awareness and skills
Long-term independence and life skills foundation
Our Approach
In-Home Training
Teaching skills in your home environment where they'll be used, ensuring natural generalization and family involvement.
Task Analysis
Breaking down complex skills into manageable steps, teaching each component systematically for success.
Self-Care Skills
Developing independence in personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, and other essential self-care activities.
Household Responsibilities
Teaching age-appropriate chores and contributions to family life, building responsibility and capability.
Skills We Develop
Personal Care Skills
- Toileting and bathroom independence
- Hand washing and hygiene routines
- Dressing and undressing
- Brushing teeth and hair care
- Bathing and showering
- Meal preparation and eating skills
Household & Community Skills
- Cleaning and organizing spaces
- Following household routines
- Safety awareness (fire, strangers, emergencies)
- Money management basics
- Using public transportation
- Shopping and making purchases
Frequently Asked Questions
What are daily living skills in ABA therapy?
Daily living skills (also called adaptive skills or ADLs) are essential tasks we perform every day to care for ourselves and participate in our communities. These include personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting), household tasks (cleaning, meal prep), and community skills (shopping, transportation). In ABA therapy, we break these complex skills into manageable steps and teach them systematically.
At what age should daily living skills training start?
Daily living skills training can begin as early as 2-3 years old and continues throughout childhood and adolescence. We start with age-appropriate skills like hand washing and simple dressing, then progress to more complex tasks like meal preparation and money management as the child develops. Early intervention helps build a strong foundation for lifelong independence.
How long does it take to learn daily living skills?
The timeline varies greatly depending on the child's age, current abilities, and the complexity of the skill being taught. Simple skills like hand washing may be mastered in a few weeks, while complex routines like showering independently may take several months. We track progress carefully and adjust our teaching approach to ensure steady, measurable improvement.
Do you teach daily living skills at home or in a clinic?
We primarily teach daily living skills in your home environment where they will actually be used. This in-home approach ensures skills generalize naturally and allows us to work with your family's specific routines, bathroom setup, kitchen layout, and household expectations. We can also work in community settings when teaching skills like shopping or using public transportation.
Will my child become fully independent in self-care?
Our goal is to maximize each child's independence in daily living skills. While outcomes vary based on individual abilities, most children make significant progress and many achieve complete independence in most or all self-care tasks. We set realistic, personalized goals based on your child's strengths and work systematically toward increasing independence in all areas of daily living.
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