Home Skills
What tool do you use to sweep the floor?
A broom.
What should you do before cooking or eating food?
Wash your hands.
How often should you change your socks and underwear?
Daily.
What do you call the money you earn or receive each month?
Income.
What should you do if you feel sick?
Tell someone and/or see a doctor.
Where do you put dirty clothes before washing them?
Laundry basket or hamper.
Which food group gives you protein: chicken or candy?
Chicken.
Why is it important to brush your teeth twice a day?
Prevent cavities and keep your teeth and mouth healthy.
What does it mean to “save” money?
To keep it aside for a later date without spending.
How many hours of sleep do most adults need?
7-9
When making your bed, what is the first step? Assume there are no sheets or blankets on the bed at all.
The fitted sheet.
If milk smells bad and is past the date, what should you do?
Throw it away.
How often should you take a shower?
At least a few times a week (daily, every other day).
What is a budget?
A plan for how to spend and save your money.
What are the benefits of exercise?
Good for physical and mental health.
What do you check before leaving the house to save energy?
Check that the lights are off, that no small appliances have been left on.
Why is it important to eat fruits and veggies?
They contain vitamins and nutrients our bodies need.
What can you use to stop body odor?
Deodorant.
What is a good reason to make a shopping list before going to the store?
To stick to your budget.
What is one way to take care of your mental health?
Take medication as prescribed, talk to a therapist, maintain a routine.
What is one thing you should clean regularly to keep your kitchen safe?
The countertop. (Other valid answers: stove, fridge, sink)
Why is it important to read the label on packaged food?
See what's in it, check for allergens, learn the nutrition info.
What is one thing you should do to care for your nails?
Trim them. Clean out dirt.
Why is it important to track what you spend money on each month?
So we don't run out of money.
In addition to your daily living skills, what is something you should always make time for?
Recreation, leisure activities, your hobbies.