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D.C. Municipal Regulations (Last Updated: September 13, 2017) |
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Title 29. PUBLIC WELFARE |
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Chapter 29-62. LICENSING OF YOUTH SHELTERS, RUNAWAY SHELTERS, EMERGENCY CARE FACILITIES, AND YOUTH GROUP HOMES |
Section 29-6270. INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS
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6270.1As early as practicable, but no later than a resident's fourteenth (14th) birthday, the facility shall develop and follow a written plan to teach independent living skills that are individualized, age-appropriate, and in accordance with each resident's ISP, including knowledge, practices and skills in the following areas:
(a)General health, general safety and fire safety;
(b)Reproductive health and contraception;
(c)Parenting skills, including child development, health, and safety;
(d)HIV and sexually transmitted disease;
(e)Problem solving and decision-making;
(f)Conflict resolution, negotiation, team building, peer support, and relationship;
(g)Work readiness and employment;
(h)Stress reduction;
(i)Money management;
(j)Meal purchase, preparation and storage;
(k)Nutrition;
(l)Shopping;
(m)Personal grooming and hygiene;
(n)Transportation; and
(o)Household maintenance.