Specialty Courses

Foundation for Successful Living offers specialty courses that focus on topics that are important and not always available in a formal classroom setting. Current specialty course offerings include Healthy Relationships, Budgeting & Financial Literacy, Independence with Transportation, Safety in the Home and Community, and Social Skills. The courses are offered twice per week (2 hours per class) for 8-10 weeks at a time.

Each course’s curriculum is tailored to the I/DD community to accommodate people on all different learning levels. Courses are available to those on the SLS and DD waivers, as well as through private pay.

“I liked the budgeting class, I learned how to use my calculator to budget in real world scenarios. I would recommend this class.” – A.A.

Upcoming Classes-Colorado Springs

- Cooking Class
  June 15, 2026-July 22, 2026
  Monday & Wednesday 2:30-4:30

Contact Meghan Cazier to register

Course Content

Budgeting & Financial Literacy

Emotional Spending and Impulse Control
Smart Funds (Practice banking during every class)
Positive and Negative Interest
Different Types of Bank Accounts, Loans, and Credit Cards
Staying within a budget

Healthy Relationships

Different Types of Relationships
Public vs. Private
Starting a Romantic Relationship
Sexual Feelings, Attractions and Acts
Avoiding Pregnancy and STIs

Independence with Transportation

Paratransit
Walking or Riding a Bike
Rideshare Apps
Driving

Safety in the Home and Community

Electricity and Appliances
First Aid & When to get Help
Phone and Internet Safety
Interacting with Law Enforcement

Cooking Class

- Kitchen Safety
- Food Safety
- Meal Planning
- Nutrition

“I’m learning to be safe. I like this class a lot. I think it’s awsome! It makes me happy.” – A.D.

Social Skills:

Starting and Holding Conversations
Non-verbal Communication
Feelings and Emotions
Boundaries
Advocacy

“I liked everything about this class. I learned how to have good conversations.” – A.K.