Life Skills Coaching

Build the skills that matter for daily living. Gain independence. Live life on your terms.

Independence looks different for everyone, and that's exactly how it should be. Whether you're learning to manage a budget, navigate public transportation, prepare meals, or advocate for yourself, we provide hands-on coaching in real-world settings where skills actually matter.

This isn't about checking boxes or following a rigid curriculum. It's about building the specific skills YOU need to live more independently and confidently.

What We Work On:

Daily Living Skills

• Meal planning and preparation
• Grocery shopping and budgeting
• Household management (cleaning, laundry, organization)
• Personal hygiene and self-care routines
• Home safety and maintenance basics

Money Management

• Creating and sticking to a budget
• Understanding bills and expenses
• Making purchases and counting change
• Banking basics (checking, savings, debit cards)
• Saving for goals
• Avoiding scams and financial exploitation

Transportation & Community Navigation

• Using public transportation safely
• Ride-sharing apps (Uber, Lyft)
• Planning routes and schedules
• Getting around your community independently
• Safety awareness while traveling

Communication & Social Skills

• Self-advocacy (asking for help, setting boundaries)
• Social interaction in various settings
• Phone and email communication
• Understanding social cues
• Conflict resolution
• Building and maintaining relationships

Organization & Time Management

• Using calendars and planners
• Managing appointments and schedules
• Breaking down tasks into manageable steps
• Prioritizing responsibilities
• Planning ahead

Health & Wellness

• Understanding medications and medical appointments
• Accessing healthcare
• Making healthy lifestyle choices
• Self-care and stress management
• Recognizing when to seek help

Employment & Education Readiness

• Resume and interview skills
• Workplace expectations and social skills
• Job search strategies
• Study skills and organization
• Career exploration

Community Engagement

• Finding activities and hobbies
• Accessing community resources
• Connecting with others
• Volunteering
• Building a social support network

 

 

Who This Is For:

✓ Teens and young adults preparing for independence
✓ Adults with developmental disabilities building life skills
✓ Individuals with ADHD, autism, or learning differences
✓ Anyone who needs support developing practical skills for daily living
✓ People at any skill level, whether you're just starting or refining specific areas

How It Works:

We Meet You Where You Are
Coaching happens in real-life settings where skills actually matter such as your home, the grocery store, on the bus, in the community. We don't just talk about skills; we practice them together until they stick.

Hands-On, Practical Learning

• Demonstrate: We show you how to do something
• Practice Together: We do it side-by-side
• Coach: We provide guidance while you do it
• Independence: You do it on your own with us nearby
• Mastery: You do it confidently without support

Individualized Approach
Everyone learns differently. We adapt our teaching style to match how YOU learn best, whether that's visual demonstrations, step-by-step written instructions, repetition, or learning by doing.

Progress at Your Pace
There's no timeline or pressure. We celebrate wins, learn from setbacks, and adjust our approach based on what's working. This is YOUR journey.

Typical Session Structure:

60-90 Minute Sessions
Most coaching sessions last 60-90 minutes, depending on the skill and setting. Some skills (like grocery shopping or using public transit) naturally take longer than others (like learning to use a calendar app).

Flexible Scheduling
We schedule sessions at times that work for your life—evenings, weekends, whatever fits your schedule.

Real-World Settings

• Your home (for cooking, cleaning, organization)
• Community locations (stores, banks, library, bus stops)
• Virtual sessions (for some skills like online safety or budgeting apps)

Pricing:

Hourly Rate: $60-75/hour

Package Pricing (Save 10%):

• 10 sessions: $550 (normally $600-750)
• 20 sessions: $1,080 (normally $1,200-1,500)

Recommended Frequency:

• 1-2 sessions per week for consistent skill development
• More frequent for intensive skill-building
• Less frequent for maintenance and check-ins

What Makes Us Different:

Real-World Practice, Not Just Classroom Learning
We don't sit in an office talking about skills. We go to the store, ride the bus, cook in your kitchen—wherever the skill is actually needed.

Patient & Encouraging
Progress isn't always linear. We celebrate small wins, learn from mistakes, and keep moving forward without judgment.

Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach
We don't try to make you "act normal." We work with your strengths, accommodate your needs, and help you develop skills in ways that work for YOUR brain.

Focus on What Matters to YOU
You choose which skills to work on based on your goals, not a predetermined curriculum. This is about YOUR independence, YOUR way.