Building life skills for teens

26 May Building life skills for teens

Helping pre-teens and teens with special needs and developmental differences to learn essential life skills are crucial for their confidence, independence, and overall well-being.

Organizations like UNICEF and several countries recommends starting structured teen transition support around age 10 to 12 years; during early adolescence. Action for Autism, National Centre for Autism India UNICEF India

These skills including personal hygiene, managing money, dressing appropriately, leisure activities, understanding body signals like stress or hunger and

respecting personal boundaries need support to develop.

They need to be taught clearly, step-by-step, and practiced regularly in a structured and supportive environment.
Parents, teachers, caregivers and educators play a vital role in this journey.

By working together, we can provide a structured support that respects each teen’s unique pace and potential, helping them grow into confident and independent individuals.

I welcome professionals, caregivers, and organizations interested in teen transition and inclusion to connect and share ideas. Together, we can help every teen build the skills they need to thrive!