Definition of Independent Living
4: Independent Living or
life skills are defined as “those skills or tasks that contribute to the successful
independent functioning of an individual in adulthood” (Cronin, 1996) in the following
domains: leisure / recreation, home maintenance and personal care, and community
participation.
Source: Cronin, M. E. (1996). Life skills curricula for students with learning disabilities:
A review of the literature. Journal of Learning Disabilities, 29, 53‑68.
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