After-School / Community Activities, Adult Independent Living, Social Skills Training + 1 more
Address: 1685 Baldwin Ave. Suite B | Pontiac, MI 48340
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About Life Skills Centers, INC. - Life Focus Center
Life Focus Center is dedicated to providing an environment that is warm and inviting, where the people that we serve can feel safe and loved. These are all principles of Gentle Teaching, in which our staff are trained. Gentle Teaching techniques are practiced daily. We realize that a number of our consumers have sensory processing difficulties so we work with the Occupational Therapist to develop Sensory Programming. The rooms in our building are reflective of this from the sky swings and rocking chairs to the lotions, scents, and decorations in each department. At LFC we are aware that it is very important to work with each consumer and their homes to provide services which are consistent, to ensure maximum success. We look at the areas in which each consumer would like to focus or where they feel they need assistance, and develop services which address consumer needs in both home and skill building environments. We have a kitchen area in our facility so that consumers who are interested in preparing foods can do so. Consumers are encouraged to be as independent as possible, but also feel that they can ask for assistance as it is needed. Our consumers are very comfortable with this. Staff are trained to be advocates for our consumers so that their lives can be meaningful and fulfilling. LFC also attempts to develop volunteer sites for our consumers. These volunteer sites focus on maintenance type work, so we reinforce this by developing these skills in the facility. We have also been involved in helping other non-profit organizations in preparing flyers/mailings to send out. We are striving to assist our consumers in enjoyable, beneficial activities.Services Provided: Out of Home Non-Voc Facility and Community Skill Building. We address skill areas such as: Adult Daily Living, Communication, Social, Community Experiences/Community Awareness, Kitchen and Personal Safety, Recreation and Leisure, and Vocational- Janitorial/Clerical.
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Here are a few alternative options to consider:
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): CBT helps by identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It's useful for those dealing with social anxiety or difficulties. CBT addresses cognitive patterns and provides strategies to manage social challenges.
Group therapy: Group therapy offers a supportive space where individuals can practice social skills. They can feedback from peers and a therapist. It allows interaction with others who understand and learn from each other.
Play-based interventions: Play therapy or play-based interventions work well for younger children or those who learn through experiences. Play activities target specific social skills like turn-taking and problem-solving in a safe and engaging setting.
The occupational therapy process includes an OT evaluation before care starts. Here are the four steps your family can expect when starting occupational therapy:
Complete OT evaluation. An occupational therapist first identifies your strengths and needs through a thorough OT evaluation, also known as an OT assessment or screening. You’ll answer questions about you your skills, and you will most likely demonstrate these skills via hands-on activities with the therapist. Evaluations can last 30 minutes to a couple hours.
Approve OT plan. The therapist develops a care plan with individualized goals and customized interventions based on your needs. You can also share any specific goals or concerns before approving the OT plan.
Start therapy sessions. The therapist works directly with you, using various strategies and exercises to systematically improve areas of limitations and to build upon your strengths. If there are others part of your care team, the therapist may teach strategies for supporting your individualized needs at home and may recommend tools and techniques to use at home, in the community, or in the classroom to help you thrive.
Monitor your progress. You can expect ongoing progress monitoring and communication to ensure you're achieving your short and long-term goals.
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