Adaptive Skills Training (AST)

What is Adaptive Skills Training?

Strive to help Agency provides adaptive skills training (AST) at our regional centers to consumers who wish to become more independent.

Our AST is for children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities. The AST program is customized to meet the needs of every consumer to increase independence in every area of their lives.

What are Examples of Adaptive Skills?

Adaptive Skills Training focuses on skills that allow consumers to be independent in daily living, increasing their quality of life.

Examples of adaptive skills include

Assistance with SSI/Medi-Cal/Department of Rehabilitation
Assistance with Transitional IEPs
Basic Math & Reading Skills
Communication Skills
Community/Mobility Training
Dating Skills
Health & Fitness
Housekeeping Skills
Job Skills
Meal Preparation
Money Skills
Safety Skills
Self Help Skills
Social Skills
And More!

Why are Adaptive Skills Important?

Adaptive skills are used daily and give an individual the capability to be independent and maintain a functional lifestyle. Adaptive living skills promote more social involvement and overall thriving in the home and community.

Begin Adaptive Skills Training with Strive To Help

If you or someone you love is ready to become more independent and learn essential life skills, our team can help.

We look forward to hearing from you!