The group homes are designed to promote self reliance and the development of daily living skills of residents. • 1 Each resident participates in the preparation for adult life activities provided by the group home staff. Preparation for adult life activities are designed to:
- (1) improve self concept;
- (2) increase the resident's decision making skills and sense of personal control;
- (3) expose residents to educational and vocational options;
- (4) develop skills in personal financial management, accessing educational opportunities, use of community leisure resources, and obtaining and maintaining employment;
- (5) provide information concerning human sexuality and parent effectiveness;
- (6) provide each resident a birth certificate, school and medical records, and other documents necessary for independent adult living; and
- (7) provide a Life Book to residents who enter the group home without one. • 2