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Cost is $60 for 6 classes Please email info@dsamidlands.org for financial assistance with program if needed.

This series is designed to support both returning and new participants. Individuals who have previously participated continue building upon their foundation, strengthening their knowledge, gaining greater independence, and taking more ownership in the cooking process. Rather than repeating skills, each new session encourages growth, refinement, and increased responsibility.

New participants are always welcome. Those joining for the first time are supported as they learn foundational skills, while returning participants continue progressing at their own pace within a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Kitchen Confidence for Everyone follows a natural progression that supports long-term growth:
Learning the Basics: Understanding kitchen safety, tools, and structured routines.
Guided Participation: Practicing skills with support and clear step-by-step instruction.
Growing Independence: Taking on more responsibility through hands-on cooking and decision-making.
Building Confidence: Developing comfort in the kitchen through repetition and successful experiences.
Participants move forward at their own pace, celebrating progress while strengthening real-life independence skills.

What Participants Experience:
Practicing kitchen safety and structured routines
Learning to identify and safely use kitchen tools
Developing confidence through active participation
Following clear, step-by-step processes
Making simple decisions that promote independence
Having fun in a supportive and encouraging environment

Kitchen Confidence for Everyone is more than cooking — it is about building independence, gaining confidence, and helping individuals feel capable and empowered in everyday life.