09/12/2025
🚍 Imagine confidently catching the bus, shopping for groceries, or booking your own appointments – these practical skills create real-world independence!
Your NDIS plan can fund training in the everyday practical skills that help you move through the world with confidence and autonomy. These are the skills that turn "I can't" into "I can!"
What Are Practical Life Skills? 💙
These are the real-world abilities that help you participate in your community, manage tasks independently, and access services and opportunities on your own terms.
Essential Practical Skills: ✨
✅ Shopping Skills – Plan shopping trips, compare prices, use payment methods, carry groceries safely
✅ Public Transport Navigation – Read timetables, plan routes, use tickets/cards, travel safely
✅ Appointment Management – Book, remember, and attend appointments independently
✅ Digital Literacy – Use smartphones, computers, email, apps, and online services
✅ Community Navigation – Find and access community resources, facilities, and services
✅ Safety Awareness – Recognize and respond to potential risks in different settings
✅ Problem-Solving – Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively
✅ Using Community Facilities – Libraries, gyms, cafes, banks, post offices, and more
How Training Works: 💪
Your support worker will guide you through practical, hands-on learning in REAL settings:
🌟 Start where YOU are – Build on your current abilities
🌟 Learn by doing – Practice in actual community settings
🌟 Go at YOUR pace – No rush, no pressure
🌟 Focus on YOUR goals – Train for the skills that matter to you
🌟 Build gradually – Master each step before moving forward
The Impact: 🎯
These practical skills give you:
💙 Freedom to go where you want, when you want
💙 Confidence to try new things independently
💙 Greater participation in your community
💙 Skills that transfer to many situations
💙 Real, lasting independence