What we offer
MacIntyre @ Homefield supports students to build independence in everyday life, developing social, functional and communication skills through real-world experiences that enhance access to meaningful day opportunities and future learning.
Based at MacIntyre locations and community settings, students take steps towards independence in everyday life, gain skills and experiences that enhance access to meaningful day opportunities. They further their social, functional and communication skills in learning, living, work and community environments.
Students learn:
- Personal care
- Social skills
- Wellbeing and self-care
- Cooking and shopping
- Domestic skills including cleaning and laundry
- Road safety and personal safety
- Community integration
Outcomes
Students are equipped with coping strategies, a range of interests and improved communication skills, along with increased independence.
Outcomes include transferring to Homefield College’s Pathway 1 provision, progression onto Day Services and / or Supported Living, and decreased level of support by carers / families & ability to access the community.