EP-II Training Curriculum: Lesson Plans.

Efficient Parenting – Lesson Plans Page 38 /170 General information Creating both short-term and long-term plans is essential for effective caregiving and personal management. Short-term plans help caregivers focus on daily or weekly tasks, prioritize activities, and manage time efficiently. They ensure that immediate needs are met, reducing stress and increasing productivity. Long-term plans, on the other hand, provide a strategic roadmap for the future. They account for a child’s evolving needs, helping caregivers anticipate changes and prepare for significant transitions, such as school, healthcare, or housing arrangements. Together, these plans enable a balanced approach, ensuring stability and continuity in caregiving and overall family life. LESSON OBJECTIVES The participant can/will... 1. Participants will develop a short-term and long-term care plan that addresses their child’s evolving needs and transitions. 2. Participants will understand and apply effective time management strategies, such as Bullet Journaling, to improve productivity and overall family management. 3. Participants will be able to assess and implement legal, financial, healthcare, social, and housing planning components for their child’s long-term care. SUPPLIES What exactly is needed for this activity? 1. Face-to-Face: • Notebook or journal (preferably dotted or lined) • Pen or pencil • Printed copies of planning templates (short-term and long-term care templates) • Flip chart or whiteboard with markers • Handouts on financial/legal planning (e.g., information on Special Needs Trusts, guardianship, and conservatorship) 2. Online: • Digital version of notebook or journal template (Google Docs, Notion, etc.) • Pen or pencil for handwritten notes (if desired)