Learning to be independent

yes u are correct about levels,,, many  people say same thing as you in that they are level 1 at this, level 2 at that, and cant do some things as you have mentioned.  

dont worry about levels

just so u know I dont hang things up. I fold my clothes and keep them in plastic crates which I stack.  I can hang thins up ok I just dont think it is necessary ( ok it does depend on your range of clothes I guess )

Hi I have just created a visual timetable and I have carers during the day I’m waiting for the right home with a property. I’m a great planner just not good at communicating my plans and things like meal planning I need to do more of so far I do breakfast and lunch and one meal 

I’m not looking for work yet but when I do I want to work somewhere I can take my shoes off 

See the thing is I was assessed for level 2 but I have not known I was autistic so I can do laundry but can’t hang it up I’m starting to things more independently but I wouldn’t say I’m level 2 personally At some things I am like cooking but the levels confuse me 

if u are level 2 so u will pretty much always need support. 

but u're spirit is strong so

1. set yourself very small improvements ..... i mean like making your bed everydat

2. help your mum in very small ways like doing laundry and dishes and hoovering   ---- consist this training with the aim of becoming independent

3. do grocery shopping for your mum start with 2 items and work your way up to 10 say (she gives you a list )

improve your independence in small steps - give yourself a year to reach the targets set by you

Hi there, welcome - I have a few things that have really helped me, one is having lots of timetables. Having a timetable for the year, month, week and day can really help to visualise upcoming events. I have a monthly calendar on the wall, a daily routine on a pin board and a weekly diary for tasks, as well as a weekly meal plan, and putting outfits out the night before is useful too. Being conscientious with planning is very helpful. Planning in advance for events, holidays, birthdays, conversations really helps, down to as much detail as you'd like. Also I would recommend considering possibly living alone, so you can get used to your own needs and routine as it could be tricky to navigate spontaneous conversation and different routines. For work, workplaces can provide a lot of help now - I have a very good experience with my workplace and my colleagues are very supportive. The type of work I do now is written research which doesn't need too much speech and is quite relaxing, so looking for work on the less verbal side of things could be helpful depending on what your preferences are. Take it a step at a time, and best of luck!