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Development Of Teacher Training Program, Manual, & Curriculum Guide For Inclusive Dance Studio, From An Occupational Therapy Perspective, Susanna C. Dunn Apr 2024

Development Of Teacher Training Program, Manual, & Curriculum Guide For Inclusive Dance Studio, From An Occupational Therapy Perspective, Susanna C. Dunn

OTD Capstone Projects

This capstone project was completed in collaboration with MOVE Inclusive Dance, a nonprofit, inclusive dance studio specifically serving individuals of all ages with various disabilities. A needs assessment conducted with the staff at MOVE necessitated a cohesive teacher manual, including teacher training protocol, disability index, safety precautions, sample class activities, curriculum guide, and more. The focus of this capstone was to create and distribute a teacher training manual to dance teachers at MOVE Inclusive Dance. The teacher training manual was created using anonymous pre and post test qualitative and quantitative surveys to assess teacher perceptions regarding feelings of confidence and …


Increasing Staffs’ Awareness Of Adaptive Swim Lesson Methodology And Enhancing Agency’S Infant Lesson Programming, Chloe E. Volpi Apr 2024

Increasing Staffs’ Awareness Of Adaptive Swim Lesson Methodology And Enhancing Agency’S Infant Lesson Programming, Chloe E. Volpi

OTD Capstone Projects

This doctoral capstone project was conducted in partnership with Sunshine Swim Center, located in Elk Grove, CA. Sunshine is a small-scale swim lesson company that is proud to offer their community small class sizes and personalized swim instruction. The focus of this project was to educate agency staff on the importance of adaptive swim lessons for children with disabilities and enhance the current infant lesson programming. The staff education material included information on instruction modification, informal behavior modification, alternate forms of communication, cueing, skill grading, and the sensory properties of water. Enhancements to the infant programming included adding fifteen new …


A Parent's Guide To Pediatric Wheelchair Equipment, Gianna M. Sarli Apr 2024

A Parent's Guide To Pediatric Wheelchair Equipment, Gianna M. Sarli

OTD Capstone Projects

This capstone project was completed through a partnership with Permobil. Permobil is an assistive technology company that makes assistive technology solutions that enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities. They create a wide range of assistive technology products including power wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, cushions, extremity supports, positioning equipment, and so much more. The focus of this project was to create the Content Brief for a pediatric landing page on their website. This webpage is focused on how Permobil products can support a child’s occupational participation and help them achieve their daily goals. The goal of this content was to have …


Inclusive Unmounted Lesson Curriculum Development At Saddle Up!, Emily A. Wagstaff Apr 2023

Inclusive Unmounted Lesson Curriculum Development At Saddle Up!, Emily A. Wagstaff

OTD Capstone Projects

This capstone project was completed through a partnership with Saddle Up! in Franklin, TN. Saddle Up! provides adaptive riding lessons, therapy services, and equine-assisted learning opportunities for children with disabilities. The focus of this project was to develop an unmounted lesson curriculum that is adaptable for the wide variety of participants served by the organization. Other project activities included conducting movement assessments of equines to determine eligibility for therapy services, completing requirements for the PATH International Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI) certification, and providing staff with education and resources to assist children with various performance deficits.


Evaluating Accessibility In Tn State Parks, Ashley C. Phillips Apr 2022

Evaluating Accessibility In Tn State Parks, Ashley C. Phillips

OTD Capstone Projects

During this Capstone experience, I partnered with Tucker's House and the TN State Parks to evaluate the efficacy of the State Park ADA Assessment tool. After modifying the assessment tool, I evaluated the three most visited state parks in TN and made suggestions on how to improve accessibility of the parks.


Creating An Occupational Therapy Supported Wellness Program: Nurture Your Postpartum Body, Lincoln Elliott Apr 2021

Creating An Occupational Therapy Supported Wellness Program: Nurture Your Postpartum Body, Lincoln Elliott

OTD Capstone Projects

The focus of this capstone was to create a 3-week postpartum program for Nurture Nashville, a local yoga and wellness studio focused on promoting wellness and creating community for pregnant and postpartum people throughout their journey in motherhood. The program, Nurture your Postpartum Body, consisted of weekly restorative exercise classes and women’s support sessions to promote holistic wellness in the postpartum period.


Grassroots Advocacy With Tennessee Disability Coalition, Sylvia Stenger Dec 2020

Grassroots Advocacy With Tennessee Disability Coalition, Sylvia Stenger

OTD Capstone Projects

Grassroots advocacy initiative to gather family feedback and recommendations on group 4 of the Employment and Community First CHOICES Program in order to advocate for continued refinement of the ECF CHOICES Program with TennCare.


Introducing Occupational Balance And Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction To Women At The New Beginnings Center, Piper Cleveland Sep 2020

Introducing Occupational Balance And Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction To Women At The New Beginnings Center, Piper Cleveland

OTD Capstone Projects

The New Beginnings Center is a workout facility that provides coaching in nutrition, fitness, and health behaviors for women experiencing obesity in low socioeconomic classes. The purpose of this project was to enhance the current 12-week curriculum based on reserch and client feedback, as well as create a potfolio for the marketing team of evidence and testamonies. The two curriculum additions focused on stress reduction through occupational balance and mindfulness. In the "Schedule Redesign" class, we focused on the importance of finding maladaptive time use in their schedule (e.g. watching too much TV, laying in bed too long, etc.) and …


Self Regulation Protocol For Move Inclusive Dance, Rebecca Denton Aug 2020

Self Regulation Protocol For Move Inclusive Dance, Rebecca Denton

OTD Capstone Projects

Due to the prevalence of autism, Down Syndrome, and sensory processing disorder in the dancers of MOVE Inclusive Dance, a self regulation protocol was formed. This protocol will help the dancers transition from the studio to recital hall in a sensory inclusive way. The protocol is a holistic program that lasts 6 weeks and encompasses numerous aspects including yoga, sensory room, visual supports, social narratives, and optional nutrition guide.


On Site Home Assessments For Individuals With Disabilities, Lacy Roling Apr 2020

On Site Home Assessments For Individuals With Disabilities, Lacy Roling

OTD Capstone Projects

A poster presentation of a completed experiential component with Tucker's House.


Visual Aids For Nashville Dolphins, Sally Widmann Apr 2020

Visual Aids For Nashville Dolphins, Sally Widmann

OTD Capstone Projects

A creation of visual aids and an E-manual for beahvioral strategies to assist the coaches and volunteers with work with the Nashville Dolphins organization. The goal of this project was to increase participation of swimmers, who are made up of adults and children alike with a large spectrum of disabilities.