The Ability Center 5605 Monroe Street, Sylvania, OH 43560 • 419.885.5733 abilitycenter.org ™ Life Skills The Ability Center’s Life Skills Department assists people with disabilities to develop skills for independent living and competitive employment. Our department achieves this by providing classes and programming suitable for individuals ages 13-26 seeking post-secondary education or competitive employment. Resources also include peer support, recreational activities, and parent education. Youth Transition Classes Soft Skills and Employability Communication Enthusiasm and Attitude Networking Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Professionalism Team Work Self-advocacy Independent Living Cooking/Nutrition Emotional and Physical Health Financial Management Future Care Planning/Benefits Counseling Personal Safety Sex Education Next Steps Summer Program Next Steps Summer Program is a five-week independent living and employment program. Community partners and a team of Ability Center staff create an environment full of hands-on learning facilitated on the campus of the University of Toledo. Students gain an inside look at professional entry-level employment opportunities at local job sites and attend classes to further their education on employability. Youth Transition Life Skills also provides guidance to students, schools, parents, and community agencies and promotes opportunities to maximize independence and self-sufficiency in the community. Contact Cre Smith, Life Skills Specialist [email protected] Participants must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in high school.