✅ Daily Living Skills (ADLs & IADLs) *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

13.71 – What to Say When You Miss a Payment, Deadline, or Appointment: Accountability restores credibility faster than excuses ever will. When you realize you’ve missed a responsibility, respond quickly with honesty and composure. Start by acknowledging the mistake directly—“I missed our appointment yesterday and I apologize for the inconvenience.” Avoid lengthy justifications; focus instead on ownership and corrective action. Offer a clear plan to resolve it, like submitting paperwork immediately or rescheduling at their convenience. Express appreciation for their patience to reinforce mutual respect. If possible, communicate before they reach out to you, proving reliability through initiative. Keeping your tone calm and professional reduces tension and rebuilds trust. Everyone makes errors, but integrity lies in how swiftly and respectfully you handle them. Over time, consistent accountability earns more respect than perfection. Clear communication turns oversight into growth, reminding others that responsibility and humility are the cornerstones of lasting credibility.

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Practical training to help individuals independently manage personal care, household tasks, and community responsibilities, building confidence and self-sufficiency in daily life.

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