AB12 non-minor dependent RESOURCES
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  • FORMER FOSTER YOUTH STORIES

CLEANING BASICS


BATHROOM

HOW TO CLEAN A TOILET:
Sprinkle the 
toilet cleaning powder into the toilet bowl and, wearing gloves, scrub the bowl and under the rim using a scrubby sponge. Allow this to sit for an hour, if possible, before flushing.
CLEANING THE BATHROOM SINK
HOW TO CLEAN THE BATHTUB:
Spray and stand. 
Before cleaning the rest of the bathroom, spray the tub area with a generous layer of all-purpose bathroom cleaner, and allow the product to stand while you clean elsewhere. The standing time helps the cleanser to dissolve oils and soap scum, so you'll need less elbow grease to remove it.
Get scrubbing. 
Use abrasive scrubbing pads to remove bathtub rings or deposits on shower floors. Tile brushes scrub tile grout and reach into cracks and corners, while the handle protects knuckles from accidental contact with the tub. A cleaning toothbrush does a quick job of removing buildup deposits around tub fixtures or faucet.
Rinse clean. 
​A detachable showerhead allows you to rinse off cleaner quickly and cleanly. If you don't have one, stock your cleaning tote with a removable rubber showerhead that attaches to the bathtub tap. Commonly used for shampooing hair or bathing pets, they're inexpensive and make it easier to rinse tub and shower walls after you clean.


KITCHEN

Kitchen Chore pdf
Daily
  Clean up dishes, pots and pans after each meal
 Run dishwasher as needed (and empty when clean)
 Wipe down kitchen counters, table and stove top
 Empty trash can
 Sweep floor
 Change out kitchen towels
 Wipe up spills as they occur  
Weekly 
 Clean out refrigerator and freezer of older food 
 Mop kitchen floor 
​ Check cleaning supplies, and restock as necessary
 Flush kitchen drain with boiling water
 Disinfect kitchen counters and other food work surfaces
​ Take out recycling
Monthly
 Clean coffee maker
 Clean dishwasher, inside and out
 Clean oven (may need to do less often, depending on the amount of use)
 Clean kitchen sink drain with vinegar and baking soda drain cleaner
 Clean inside of refrigerator
 Clean garbage can
 Clean microwave
 Wipe outside of kitchen appliances
 Wipe down areas that accumulate cooking grease with a degreaser
 Wash kitchen rugs
 Dust light fixtures
 Make sure pest control methods working and are properly supplied
 Update pantry and freezer inventories
​ Straighten cabinets and drawers 
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  • HOME
  • AB12
    • AB12 Basics
    • Placement Options
    • AB12 Re-Entry
    • AB12 Medi-Cal Eligibility
    • Federal vs. State Eligibility for Foster Care
  • EDUCATION
    • HIGH SCHOOL/G.E.D.
    • SCHOLARSHIPS
    • Financial Aid
    • CABRILLO COLLEGE
    • Additional Educational Resources
    • Online Colleges
  • Employment
  • Independent Living Skills
    • Cooking
    • Cleaning Basics
    • Public Transportation
    • Budgeting Basics
  • Goodwill Resources
  • VOLUNTEERING
  • FORMER FOSTER YOUTH STORIES