OCALI’s LifeSkills for Adulthood Framework
Equipping Youth with Essential Skills for Lifelong Success
Welcome to OCALI’s LifeSkills for Adulthood Framework (OLAF) Early Transition Planning Tool!
The OCALI LifeSkills for Adulthood Framework (OLAF) is a comprehensive tool designed to equip youth with essential skills necessary for navigating adulthood. Developed by the Lifespan Transitions Center, OLAF serves as a roadmap for caregivers, educators, and professionals dedicated to fostering independence and self-sufficiency for youth in grades kindergarten to fifth. This framework is adaptable, allowing users to tailor it to the unique strengths and needs of each youth who they are using the tool with, no matter what their age is!
Originally designed for elementary students (grades K-5), OLAF is versatile and can be utilized by anyone involved in teaching or developing life skills. It supports collaborative conversations, identifies skill gaps, informs instructional practices, and helps create effective support plans.
The OCALI LifeSkills for Adulthood Framework is more than just a tool; it’s a pathway to empowerment. By fostering essential life skills, we can help youth transition into confident, capable adults ready to face the challenges of life.
