A good first step is to take some time to think about what is important to you in a home. For example, do I want roommates or not? Would I like to live around lots of other people where there is a lot of activity, or do I prefer something smaller and quieter?
The Arc has produced a video on what to consider when moving to a new home.
Watch the videoFiguring out what skills you have will identify what things you can work on to make it easier to live on your own. Knowing your skills can also determine what things you will need help with when you move out of the family home.
The Virginia Parent Education and Training Center has developed an Independent Living Life Skills Checklist that will help you figure out what your current life skills are.
Moving into a new home is a big step , but it doesn't have to feel that way. Breaking it down into smaller pieces makes it much easier to plan. This page walks you through three areas worth thinking about before you move.
A good first step is to take some time to think about what is important to you in a home. For example, do I want roommates or not? Would I like to live around lots of other people where there is a lot of activity, or do I prefer something smaller and quieter?
The Arc has produced a video on what to consider when moving to a new home.
Watch the videoFiguring out what skills you have will identify what things you can work on to make it easier to live on your own. Knowing your skills can also determine what things you will need help with when you move out of the family home.
The Virginia Parent Education and Training Center has developed an Independent Living Life Skills Checklist that will help you figure out what your current life skills are.
