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

15.20 – Building a Simple Home Toolkit With Everyday Items: A basic toolkit empowers independence. Start with essentials: screwdriver, pliers, flashlight, duct tape, scissors, batteries, measuring tape, and gloves. Keep them together in a labeled box or bag where everyone can find them. You don’t need expensive gear; organization is what matters most. Over time, add items that match your home—like picture hooks, nails, or a small wrench. Labeling tools teaches accountability; you know where everything returns. Maintaining your toolkit also builds respect for your space—it signals readiness, not chaos. Even knowing how to use each tool safely boosts confidence. Regularly checking batteries and replacing worn items keeps your system reliable. When a minor issue happens, reaching for tools instead of panic feels empowering. Your toolkit becomes a symbol of calm problem solving—a reminder that preparedness and care are the real foundations of capable living.

About this course

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:
  • Progress tracking so you can see how far you’ve come
  • Supportive materials you can download and keep for future use
  • Flexibility to work at your own pace, when it fits your schedule

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