Services - Yes I Can 410

Our program is designed for participants to learn basic life skills such as but not limited to:

At the grocery store:
they will learn what is healthy, not healthy, proteins, how to read a label where they can see calories, fat, sugar, sodium etc. They will learn how to use coupons (which are good and bad). They will learn what is needed to make a special recipe. They will learn how to make sure they got the correct change after paying for groceries by matching the receipt with the change given.

At the library:
they will learn how to take out a book, how to find a book based on categories, library etiquette such as being silent, how to find the references on an article, how to use the internet (for free) at the library etc.

At the pharmacy:
they will learn how to go to CVS or Walgreens and speak (or ask questions if they have any)to a pharmacist on prescription refill etc. Visit the zone where vitamins are located and know where and what to buy and the health benefits of vitamins.

At the bank:
They will learn how to search for a bank based on location and which bank offers the best service for their needs. They will learn how to open a bank account, how to balance their account, make a payment, make a budget etc.

At Yes, I Can! 4:10 Apartment:

They will learn how to cook, following a menu. They will be divided in teams of 2 where they will learn about measuring and following a recipe. How to prepare diner, how to check expiration dates on items.
They will learn how to maintain a clean apartment.
They will learn how to maintain things organized.
They will learn how to maintain their clothes clean, and folded after doing laundry.
They will learn how to wash dishes. – How to use the washing machine etc.
They will learn about emergency situations – Who to call based on the type of emergency. How to make a list of emergency contacts. When to call 911 etc.
They will learn about safety in the home such as proper use of candles. How to check the batteries on the fire detectors and how to replace the batteries. Check that doors and Windows are properly closed, etc

They will learn what is a First aid kit. What is inside? Learn what is expired and what to keep. Which medicines are always needed and must be kept close in case of an emergency.
They will learn how to meet their neighbors? What is proper socialization? Not to stare at people etc.
They will learn how to make an online purchase. (Target/Walmart/Amazon etc.) Prioritize what is needed to buy based on need (is this something you need or want?). Is there money to buy the ietm? Where to get the most value for your money? Is there a coupon available for the item?
They will learn about the responsibilities of having a pet and care for others. (We will have an Apartment fish!)
They will learn about social media.
- Following a positive influencer.
- Stay up to date with new things.