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Checklist of Skills for the Future

Education Can do already Needs practice Plan to start Accomplished
Meet with school guidance counselor        
Explore future educational options        

 

Vocational and Technical Options Can do already Needs practice Plan to start Accomplished
Contact school guidance or DVR counselor        
Check on local workshops and job opportunities        
Find out about apprentice programs        
Get information from community colleges        
Learn how to apply for a job        

 

Living Arrangements Can do already Needs practice Plan to start Accomplished
Be aware of federal housing regulations for the disabled        
Explore group homes and tenant support apartment living programs        
Investigate financial assistance programs        
Manage money and budget household expenses        
Understand leases        
Know the responsibilities of a tenant        
Know the responsibilities of a landlord        
Know how to fill out an application        
Check for wheelchair accessibility if needed        
Look into transportation        
Know about services: electricity, phone, water, heat        

 

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