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Discover the OCALI LifeSkills for Adulthood Framework (OLAF), a valuable resource designed to empower youth with essential skills adult life. This comprehensive tool offers an approach to teaching critical life skills, from self-care and safety to communication and decision-making. Whether you're an educator, caregiver, or professional, OLAF provides adaptable strategies to support youth in their journey toward adulthood. Explore how OLAF can make a difference in a youth's skill development today!

Designed to be used for your own life, for your family members, or in the work you do. The framework and tools will help you organize your ideas, vision, and goals, as well as problem-solve, navigate, and advocate for supports.

There are many ways to help students articulate their goals for adult life. For those looking for a different medium to display their goals, try vision or dream boarding.

Guided conversations help people process information, draw their own conclusions, and make their own decisions. These conversations are critical in assisting individuals with disabilities and their families to discover what possibilities and support options exist.

Empower and support your child’s or student’s voice with the I’m Determined resources. ‘I’m determined to succeed‘ is the tagline for this site which offers tools and support to help youth set goals, be heard, and reach for the stars.