Help children to be independent in the below ways when are away from home:

Emphasize listening rather than speaking.

Parents seek to share their experiences with their children, but it is just as important to let them have their own experiences. Listen to your children as they express their needs, concerns and successes, and offer your views when appropriate.

Openly discuss money matters.

Establish expectations from the start. If you are funding their studies, be clear about the rules to follow – if any – as to how to spend these funds. Maintain good communication and remain available if your children have difficulty managing their budget.

Offer several options to meet their basic needs.

Grocery, drugstore and mall gift cards will help ensure that basic needs come before small luxuries. So that it help they can stay independent when away from home.