Independent Living Skills

Independent Living Skills (ILS) services provide training and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them achieve greater independence, whether they live with others or independently in their own homes.

Key Characteristics of ILS Services

ILS services focus primarily on developing essential self-help and daily living skills, which may include, but are not limited to:

• Money management and budgeting

• Shopping and consumer skills

• Meal planning and preparation

• Community access and transportation skills

• Personal and community safety

• Scheduling and managing health and medical appointments

• Assistance with personal care routines

• Laundry, cleaning, and home organization

• Self-advocacy and decision-making skills

• Psycho-social support and social skill development

These services are individualized and designed to build confidence, independence, and long-term success in community living.