Development of Life Skills

Building Independence, One Step at a Time

At DDSA, our Development of Life Skills programme supports participants to build independence through essential everyday skills — such as personal care routines, cooking, budgeting, and household management.

Our aim is to foster confidence, capability and autonomy so each person can take greater control of their life and engage more fully in their community.

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Key Features

Training in practical daily living tasks: grooming, dressing, cooking and meal preparation, shopping, cleaning and laundry.
Financial and household management: budgeting, money handling, managing household chores and planning tasks.
Social and community readiness: navigating public transport, communication and interpersonal skills, time management, decision-making and problem-solving.
Personalised support: DDSA tailors the training to the participant’s goals, strengths and pace so that learning happens in real-life settings and is meaningful.
Outcome-focused: The goal is for participants to increase their independence, reduce reliance on others, and participate more actively in home, community and social life.

By combining hands-on activities with guided support, participants gain confidence and develop routines that improve their quality of life.

Personalised Approach for Every Participant

We know that every participant has unique goals and abilities. Our team works closely with participants, families, and support coordinators to create tailored programs that reflect individual aspirations. Whether someone is learning a new skill for the first time or refining existing abilities, our flexible approach ensures they can progress at a comfortable pace.