Independent Living Program - Florida's Center for Child Welfare

Meal Preparationa. Follows the standards of preparing nutritious and economical meals without supervision 80% (e.g., 4 out of every 5 days) ofthe time, for 12 consecutive weeks.Dininga. Demonstrates appropriate dining etiquette whether dining out, or with others in home settings a minimum of seven times.Kitchen Clean Up and Food Storagea. Maintains a clean kitchen, using a predetermined weekly checklist for 12 consecutive weeks.b. Leaves no food out as a risk for rodents and insects for 12 consecutive weeks.c. Stores food so it doesn’t spoil or present risk of illness for 12 consecutive weeks.Home Managementa. Maintains a clean living space, using a predetermined weekly checklist for 12 consecutive weeks.b. Completes laundry using the Guidebook guidelines at least weekly for three months. At the end of three months, all clothing isclean, there is minimal fading, and minor repairs are completed.Home Safetya. Consistently follows agreed upon safety procedures in his/her living environment for a period of 90 days.b. Checks batteries in smoke detectors monthly.Beliefs about Moneya. Consistently makes saving and spending decisions which support long-term goals.Savinga. Successfully uses a long-term savings strategy to reach a self-sufficiency goal, like paying next semester’s tuition.b. Saves 10% of income every pay period for long-term savings goals.Life Skills Guidebook 162©2004 by Casey Family Programs.