This would include not only enrolling in a university or college, but also a trade school or vocational center. This, too, will require consideration of the nature and severity of the student's disability, however, there are some specific areas that can be focused upon. For example, learning effective study habits, identifying institutions that offer the sort of education desired, and identifying and advocating for services and accommodations that the student may need. Independent living is an issue that should be explored as well. Some will want to live independently while others wish to remain at home.
Nursing homes provide comprehensive care to individuals, including daily nursing care.
Each student, or his family members, will need to decide which option best suits the student's needs. Then, the school can provide instruction in areas that will help the student gain independence. Daily living skills are those that involve taking care of oneself on a daily basis, such as dressing, grooming, household chores, shopping, and managing finances. An assessment is done to determine the extent of training the student needs, and then goals and objectives are developed. For example, goals may include caring for personal hygiene, managing finances, and purchasing and preparing food.