Social Skills
True or False: If I need something, it's okay to demand someone to go get it.
False. You should always use kind manners, saying please and thank you. You should ask for help like this: can you please help me to get a drink out of the fridge?
Should we put cheese in the pantry or the refrigerator?
The refrigerator
TRUE or FALSE It is okay to drink soda with every meal, as long as I don't eat as much that day.
FALSE. You should limit your soda intake and drink more water!!
If I run or roll quickly up and down the hallway nothing bad will happen.
No. Doing this might cause you to run into something and injure yourself.
Name 3 activities you can do alone.
Play solitaire, watch TV, work on a hobby, video games, make phone calls to friends/family...
TRUE OR FALSE: It is ok to look into someone's belongings when they aren't looking.
FALSE. It is never ok to go through someone else's belongings, especially when they aren't looking.
If I am living in a group home and asked to wash dishes during cooking, is it a big deal or little deal? How can I respond?
LITTLE DEAL
Sure! No Problem!
Name 3 healthy fruits or vegetables.
varies
True or False. When playing a board game with peers, it is perfectly alright to be angry and lash out when you lose.
False. It is important to be a good sport and congratulate the winner.
Who is responsible for cleaning up your things once you are done using them?
You are!
True or False: When someone does not quickly respond to my question, I should repeatedly ask them until they answer.
False: You should wait for the person to be ready to answer. Be patient and say "excuse me" before politely asking the question again.
If you only have $20 left for the week and you are out of food, what should you do with this money?
Use it for food that will last you till you get more money.
True/False; I should brush my teeth and comb my hair only on the weekends
False: you should brush your teeth and comb your hair everyday!
Who is responsible for entertaining you when you are home?
You are!
When you are angry, how does it feel in your body?
Check in with yourself:
are my cheeks red or hot?
are my fists clenched?
is my heart beating fast?
IF STAFF IS BUSY OR ON THE PHONE, WHAT SHOULD I DO?
WAIT UNTIL THEY ARE FINISHED TALKING. DO NOT INTERRUPT THEM. Wave or hold your hand up to let them know you need them for something.
If you see that a peer is trying to hurt themselves, what should you do?
True or False: It is healthy to not eat all day and just have one big meal before bed.
False. You should have 3 balanced meals a day.
If someone looks at me I should immediately stand up and yell out - What are you looking at?
NO, NEVER. That is inappropriate behavior. Ask staff for advice before making an assumption.
Who can you reach out to when you are feeling frustrated or angry?
Varies
A FRIEND IS UPSETTING YOU WITH THEIR ACTIONS AND NOT BEING KIND WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
CALMLY LET THEM KNOW THEY ARE BOTHERING YOU WITH THEIR WORDS OR ACTIONS, WALK AWAY FROM THEM AND TELL STAFF IF NEEDED.
If you are living in a group home or assisted living and want to walk to the store down the block, should you tell anyone?
YES, you should tell staff and if required sign out. You may also be required to let them know when you plan to return.
Is it important to exercise? What benefits does exercise provide?
Good Health, happiness, assists with good sleep, helps with mood.
If a stranger asks you to come to their car, how should you respond?
varies
What are four ways to show kindness?
being respectful
showing I care
helping others
complimenting others