A Home of My Own
(This activity is also available as a blank, downloadable and printable PDF – Download Blank Activity 16 Worksheet)
There are many responsibilities to being on your own besides managing all of the money topics we’ve discussed so far. In this activity, review each of the items in the task categories. Place a check mark in the column to indicate if you can do the task listed. Then check the support column if you need support to complete the task or if you already have that support in place.
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| 1. Food | ||||
| Meal planning |
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| Meal preparation |
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| Safe food storage |
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| Grocery shopping |
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| 2. Personal Care and Hygiene | ||||
| Shower and bathe regularly |
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| Schedule hair cuts |
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| Laundry |
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| 3. Health | ||||
| Determine need for medical help |
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| Schedule medical appointments |
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| Follow medical instructions |
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| Take medication w/out instruction |
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| 4. Housekeeping | ||||
| Change bed linens |
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| Routine house-cleaning |
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| Call for repairs |
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| 5. Emergency and Safety | ||||
| Operate locks on doors/windows |
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| Recognize the smell of gas leak |
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| Extinguish fire |
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| Contact police/fire by 911 |
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| 6. Transportation | ||||
| Driver’s license |
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| Vehicle |
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| Use public transportation |
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| Arrange for transport |
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| 7. Social | ||||
| Ask friends to come over |
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| Go somewhere with friends |
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| Hobby or other interest |
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