In(ter)dependent living skills — such as interacting with others, managing money and taking care of yourself — are critical to manage activities of daily living.
Awareness: Understand principles of in(ter)dependent living.
Exploration: Identify strengths, preferences, interests and needs within each in(ter)dependent living topic.
Preparation: Practice in(ter)dependent living skills.
Implementation: Use in(ter)dependent living skills in home and community settings.
Workplace readiness training
Hear what young people have to say about independent living
Watch this 5-minute video to see how young people prepared for independent living.
Independent Living
LEARN: Develop your knowledge
Learn how to support youth in in(ter)dependent living.
Within the Disability Justice movement, the term “interdependence” refers to the way that every person relies on their community for care and support, and gives that care and support to others, too. Part of transition planning involves identifying skills where the youth wishes to build their independence and areas where they’d like to tap into their community and other supports. The blended term “in(ter)dependence” reflects the many different ways that a youth can plan for managing their adult life within their community.
Daily life
Managing your home
Nutrition and meal preparation
Clothing care
Managing appointments
Managing mail and deliveries
Telephone use and etiquette
Digital literacy
Community living
Home
Transportation
Money
Income sources
Money management
Healthy living
Well-being
Health care benefits
Relationships and sexuality
Parenting skills
Money
Recreation
Advocacy, engagement and supports
Self-advocacy for in(ter)dependent living
Assistive technology
Decision making
Civic responsibility
Services and supports
Disability Hub MN: Independent living Learn about options for independent living, including PCA and home care services, home and vehicle modifications, and more.
