Life Skills Training

Life Skills Training at Hearthstone Support Residential Treatment Center

Building Confidence & Independence for Everyday Success

At Hearthstone Support, we prepare children (ages 6-17) for life beyond treatment through hands-on, practical life skills training. Our program transforms daily activities into opportunities for growth, self-esteem, and independence—helping each child thrive at home, school, and in the community.

Our Life Skills Curriculum

1. Personal Care & Hygiene

✔ Morning/evening routines (brushing teeth, bathing)
✔ Grooming & appropriate dress
✔ Healthy sleep habits

2. Home & Community Skills

✔ Basic cooking & nutrition (simple meals, table manners)
✔ Laundry & cleaning (age-appropriate chores)
✔ Money basics (counting, saving, making purchases)

“My son now makes his bed and packs his lunch—small wins that built huge confidence.” – Hearthstone Parent

3. Social & Safety Skills

✔ Appropriate boundaries (stranger awareness, personal space)
✔ Public behavior (restaurants, stores)
✔ Emergency preparedness (911, safe adults)

4. Emotional & Organizational Skills

✔ Time management (using alarms, planners)
✔ Task completion (breaking down steps)
✔ Stress-relief techniques (breathing exercises)

Why Life Skills Matter

✅ Builds self-reliance and reduces frustration
✅ Eases transitions home or to new placements
✅ Creates lifelong healthy habits

92% of our residents show measurable independence gains before discharge.

Our Teaching Approach

Step-by-Step Learning

Modeling (staff demonstration)
Guided Practice (doing together)
Independent Mastery (solo with support)

Motivational Tools

Visual checklists
Skill stickers reward system
“Life Skill of the Week” focus

Our Life Skills Team

Occupational Therapy Assistants
Special Education Instructors
Behavioral Coaches

All trainers complete certification in:

Childhood development milestones
Adaptive teaching strategies
Trauma-informed instruction