Life Skill Enhancement
Build skills through everyday experience.
Support for adults working toward greater participation, social connection, and independence in everyday community life.
What This Service Is
Everyday experiences can build lasting skills.
Life Skills Development Level 1, also described by APD as Companion services, provides non-medical care, supervision, and socialization for adults age 21 and older.
Activities are connected to the goals in the person's support plan and can help strengthen the skills and confidence needed to participate in community life with less reliance on paid support over time.
How This Service May Help
Community participation
Practice navigating community activities, resources, and social situations in ways connected to individual goals.
Social connection
Build opportunities for interaction, communication, and participation outside the home.
Greater independence
Use real-life activities to practice skills that can make everyday community participation more familiar and manageable.
What Support Can Look Like
- Participating in community activities
- Practicing social and communication skills
- Learning to use community resources
- Volunteering or participating in pre-work activities where appropriate
- Building confidence through regular community experiences
Important to Know
APD service context: Life Skills Development Level 1 - Companion
Under APD's iBudget framework, Life Skills Development Level 1 is intended for adults age 21 and older and should relate directly to the individual's support-plan goals.
Ready to Connect?
Want to explore opportunities for greater participation?
Talk with our team about the individual's goals and the support being considered.