Life Skills Training for Independence in New Hampshire
Empower your child with essential life skills for daily living, community participation, and future independence through evidence-based ABA therapy.
Building Independence Through Life Skills
Preparing for successful, self-sufficient adulthood
Life skills training is essential for helping children with autism achieve maximum independence and quality of life. Research from Autism Speaks emphasizes that systematic instruction in daily living skills significantly improves long-term outcomes and adult independence.
Our BCBA-supervised life skills programs in Concord, Manchester, and Nashua use evidence-based ABA techniques to teach practical skills for home management, community participation, personal care, and future employment. Skills are taught in natural environments using task analysis, prompting strategies, and positive reinforcement to ensure lasting independence.
Key Benefits
How this program supports your child's growth
Increased independence in daily routines
Improved self-care and personal hygiene skills
Better time management and organization
Enhanced community participation and safety
Greater confidence in real-world situations
Reduced reliance on caregiver support
Preparation for employment and adult living
Improved quality of life and self-sufficiency
Skill Areas
Home Living Skills
Cleaning, laundry, basic home maintenance, bedroom organization, and managing personal spaces independently.
Food & Nutrition
Meal planning, grocery shopping, food preparation, cooking safety, and understanding nutritional needs.
Community Skills
Using public transportation, shopping independently, restaurant behavior, and navigating community spaces safely.
Time & Money Management
Using schedules and calendars, budgeting basics, handling money, and planning daily routines.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age should life skills training start?
Life skills training can begin as early as preschool with age-appropriate tasks like self-care and simple chores. Skills are systematically taught and built upon throughout childhood and adolescence. The earlier we start, the more time children have to practice and generalize these essential skills for adulthood.
How do you teach life skills using ABA?
We use evidence-based ABA techniques including task analysis (breaking skills into small steps), prompting and fading, positive reinforcement, and naturalistic teaching in real-world environments. Skills are practiced in the settings where they'll actually be used, ensuring meaningful generalization.
Can my child learn to live independently?
Many individuals with autism can achieve varying levels of independence with proper life skills training. Our BCBAs assess each child's abilities and create individualized programs targeting the specific skills needed for maximum independence, whether that's living alone, with roommates, or with some support.
Do you teach vocational and employment skills?
Yes, for older children and teens, we incorporate pre-vocational skills like following schedules, completing tasks independently, workplace communication, and job-specific skills. These prepare individuals for successful employment and integration into the workforce.
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