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Course overview
Lesson Overview

14.38 – Advocating for a Time Slot That Works for You: Advocacy starts with knowing your needs and speaking up respectfully. When scheduling, propose times that align with your energy, transportation, or caregiving duties. It’s okay to say, “Mornings work best for me,” or “Could we do Thursday afternoon instead?” Clear communication prevents fatigue and frustration later. Professionals respect assertiveness when it’s polite and organized. Keep notes on your preferred time windows so you can respond quickly when offered options. Learning to self-advocate builds autonomy and confidence. It teaches others that your time has value. Over time, this awareness leads to schedules that fit your life instead of controlling it. Balancing self-respect with flexibility creates cooperation, not conflict. Effective advocacy ensures your commitments support, rather than disrupt, your health, focus, and long-term independence.

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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.

This course includes:
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