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

44.8 – Handling Missed or Canceled Appointments: Missing or canceling an appointment responsibly requires accountability and follow-through. If you miss one, contact the person or office immediately to apologize and reschedule. Taking ownership of the mistake shows maturity and responsibility. Avoid ignoring missed appointments, as that damages trust and credibility. Explaining briefly and respectfully what happened helps rebuild confidence. If you must cancel, do so as early as possible to free the other person’s time. Keeping a record of canceled or rescheduled meetings helps track patterns and improve planning habits. Learning from mistakes allows you to prevent repeat issues through better preparation. Handling missed or canceled appointments gracefully demonstrates character and reliability. Responsibility after an error leaves a lasting impression of honesty and professionalism. Every experience is a chance to improve how you manage time and commitments.

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:
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  • 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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