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Navigating Dysautonomia: A Workbook For Empowered Living, Madison Thornton
Navigating Dysautonomia: A Workbook For Empowered Living, Madison Thornton
OTD Capstone Projects
Dysautonomia Support Network (DSN) is a nonprofit organization composed of volunteers who have a passion for serving the population of individuals with dysautonomia. Dysautonomia is a complex and often debilitating disorder affecting the autonomic nervous system, which regulates involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and temperature control. Those living with dysautonomia face a myriad of challenges ranging from chronic fatigue and dizziness to gastrointestinal issues and cognitive impairment. The unpredictability of symptoms can significantly impact daily life, leading to feelings of frustration, isolation, and helplessness. However, amidst these challenges lies the potential for empowerment and transformation. …
Fashion For All: An Exploration Into Adaptive Fashion, Morgan F. Harrison
Fashion For All: An Exploration Into Adaptive Fashion, Morgan F. Harrison
OTD Capstone Projects
The purpose of this doctoral capstone was to educate future clothing designers on the adaptive/inclusive clothing market and the need for further exploration into accessible, fashion forward clothing. This project was completed through a partnership with O’More College of Architecture and Design at Belmont University. The goal of this project was to provide students with an introspective look at the interface of fashion and disability. This was achieved by creating case studies based on interviews with individuals with various disabilities regarding their relationship with clothing. The result of this project was a recorded lecture that included demographics, available adaptive clothing …
Implementing Occupational Therapy Principles Into The Linden Waldorf Neurodivergent Student Population, Brooke M. Bledsoe
Implementing Occupational Therapy Principles Into The Linden Waldorf Neurodivergent Student Population, Brooke M. Bledsoe
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through partnership with Linden Waldorf School in Nashville, TN. The focus of this project was development, implementation, and advocacy regarding occupational therapy techniques for the neurodivergent student population. The goal of this project was to provide direct observations, educational presentations, and various educational materials on a variety of neurodivergent deficits and diagnoses in order to help empower Linden Waldorf faculty and staff to best meet the needs of their students. The deficits and diagnoses covered in this project are as follows: executive dysfunction, emotional dysregulation, dyslexia, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, and attention deficit hyperactivity …
Best Practice For Creating A Sensory Garden And Calming Cart For Preschool-Aged Children At A Reggio-Inspired Preschool, Emmalee Lawrence
Best Practice For Creating A Sensory Garden And Calming Cart For Preschool-Aged Children At A Reggio-Inspired Preschool, Emmalee Lawrence
OTD Capstone Projects
The goal of this capstone project was to create program plans for a sensory garden and calming cart as well as create resources for parents and teachers on the use and benefit of these plans for the children at First Presbyterian Church Early Preschool. Research on current programs at the preschool indicated the school could benefit from additional sensory and calming opportunities. The programs created during this capstone project were meant to improve sensory exploration, increase overall emotional well-being, as well as support developmental milestones in preschool-aged children. The goals of this project were achieved through collaboration with staff, teachers, …
Enhancing Concussion Education And Documentation Within Belmont University’S Athletic Department, Jenna M. Ogle
Enhancing Concussion Education And Documentation Within Belmont University’S Athletic Department, Jenna M. Ogle
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through a partnership with Belmont University’s Sports Medicine Department. The primary purpose of this project was to identify the department’s current needs and to develop deliverables to enhance and facilitate the concussion education and documents provided to Belmont Athletics stakeholders (including student athletes, university educators, coaching staff, and other members of administration). The process included collaboration with university athletic trainers and student-athletes to ensure usability and creation of relevant products. These resources include informational handouts designed for both student-athletes and educators, an on-field concussion assessment and protocol, concussion education resources with increased opportunities for …
Empowering Clients And Care Partners Living With Parkinson’S Disease Through Evaluating And Addressing Gaps In Client And Care Partner Education, Victoria E. Vik
Empowering Clients And Care Partners Living With Parkinson’S Disease Through Evaluating And Addressing Gaps In Client And Care Partner Education, Victoria E. Vik
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through a partnership with My LiveABILITY, LLC in College Grove, TN. My LiveABILITY is a mobile outpatient clinic that services Parkinson’s patients and their caregivers within the Williamson County area. They specifically provide in-home occupational therapy to address cognition, balance, gait, mobility, posture, strength, coordination, stamina, pain, and mental health, in-depth planning for aging in place, LSVT BIG for Parkinson’s patients, and they provide caregiver and care partner training, education, and support. The goals of this project were accomplished in two main parts. Part 1 consisted of conducting researching to gain the lived experience …
Metro Parks Adults With Disabilities - Health Management, Kaylee M. Lane
Metro Parks Adults With Disabilities - Health Management, Kaylee M. Lane
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through a partnership with Metro Parks adults with disABILITIES. This agency is a local day program focused on providing every Nashville citizen in Davidson County with intellectual and developmental disABILITIES with an equitable opportunity for safe recreational and cultural activities. Metro Parks offers a variety of age and ability appropriate activities that highlight the ABILIITIES of all members. The primary focus of this capstone experience was to create an evidenced based program designed specifically for this population. The goal of the project was to increase participation in meaningful occupations and overall wellbeing for attending …
Expanding Impact To Promote Wellness And Functional Independence, Margaret Stacy
Expanding Impact To Promote Wellness And Functional Independence, Margaret Stacy
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed in partnership with Spiral Spine Pilates (SSP). SSP is a studio that specializes in supporting the scoliosis community, offering a range of resources for everyone, no matter their age, curve, or where they are in their journey. SSP utilizes evidence-based methods to lengthen and strengthen the body while empowering clients to live happily, pain-free, and fearlessly. The objective of this project was to expand the positive impact SSP can make on promoting wellness and functional independence for its clients through the development and refinement of resources. This included increasing the usability and accessibility of …
The Home Modification Process Through The Lens Of An Ot, James C. Nichols
The Home Modification Process Through The Lens Of An Ot, James C. Nichols
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through partnership with FiftyForward and The Home Connection. Both of the organizations serve as a resource for the aging in place population throughout Middle Tennessee. The focus of this project was to provide the OT perspective on the home modification project. Throughout this project, over 15 home evaluations were completed, 1 ramp was built, and 5 homes were modified for increased functionality. Additionally, the creation of systematic guide on how to prepare to age in place, and a 20 page comprehensive resource list was developed with active links to technology, adaptive equipment, DME, and …
Creation Of Occupational Therapy Treatment Protocols For Diagnoses Affecting The Upper Extremities, William Hughes
Creation Of Occupational Therapy Treatment Protocols For Diagnoses Affecting The Upper Extremities, William Hughes
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project included creation of 20 conservative and post-surgical occupation-based and occupational therapy focused treatment protocols covering diagnoses affecting the upper extremities as well as a comprehensive protocol manual accompanied by a guide for use. This doctoral capstone poster contains a needs assessment, goals of the project, the protocols development process, the occupational therapy perspective, and examples of the protocols created.
Implementing Occupational Therapy Principles Into A Lower Elementary Private School In Middle Tennessee, Alexandra Shea Katzman
Implementing Occupational Therapy Principles Into A Lower Elementary Private School In Middle Tennessee, Alexandra Shea Katzman
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through partnership with Middle Tennessee Christian School in Murfreesboro, TN. The focus of this project was development, implementation, and advocacy regarding pivotal occupational therapy principals in a school that does not offer school OT services. The goal of this project was implementation of the Zones of Regulation curriculum into Kindergarten - 2nd grade classrooms as well as development of a fine motor skills resource guide for teachers and parents. Zones of Regulation training sessions consisted of identifying emotions, categorizing these emotions into Zones, and discussing regulation tools that drive self regulation. Fine motor resource …
Inclusive Unmounted Lesson Curriculum Development At Saddle Up!, Emily A. Wagstaff
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.
Positive Behavioral Supports And Sensory Experiences At Benton Hall Academy, Ania Spann
Positive Behavioral Supports And Sensory Experiences At Benton Hall Academy, Ania Spann
OTD Capstone Projects
This project was completed in partnership with Benton Hall Academy, a private institution located in Nashville, TN that provides a compassionate learning environment with individualized learning opportunities for children that learn differently. The focus of this capstone project was to enhance sensory experiences and implement positive behavioral intervention and supports. This was accomplished through providing an in-service presentation, providing resources, continuous communication with faculty and staff, and interaction with students.
Promoting Full Participation For Students Involved In Young Life Capernaum, Hannah Simmons
Promoting Full Participation For Students Involved In Young Life Capernaum, Hannah Simmons
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project focused on creating educational tools and resources for students, leaders, and coaches involved in Nashville Young Life Capernaum. Young Life Capernaum is a longstanding organization that is built on serving young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The goal was not to change what they are doing but to supply practical skills and knowledge on topics such as self-regulation, behavior management, accommodations, and appropriate language use to increase participation and inclusivity of all stakeholders involved. The results were guidebooks, specifically made for Capernaum leaders, coaches, and students, that attempt to encompass common questions and frequently needed …
Promoting Health Education And Wellness Among Clients Of Nurses For Newborns, Whitney Mitchell
Promoting Health Education And Wellness Among Clients Of Nurses For Newborns, Whitney Mitchell
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through a partnership with Nurses for Newborns, a nonprofit organization sending specially trained, registered nurses to the homes of babies, moms, caregivers, and teens who face medical, social, or environmental risks. Nurses for Newborns of Tennessee exists as a safety net for families most at-risk in order to prevent infant mortality, child abuse, and neglect by providing home nursing visits promoting healthcare, education, and positive parenting skills. This project was driven by the organization’s need to increase three areas: parent/caregiver participation in physical activity while also bonding with their child, parent/caregiver knowledge of activities …
Mental Health And Mindfulness: A Homeroom Curriculum At Benton Hall Academy, Kasey A. Rohleder
Mental Health And Mindfulness: A Homeroom Curriculum At Benton Hall Academy, Kasey A. Rohleder
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone project was completed through a partnership with Benton Hall Academy in Nashville, TN. This academy is a school for children who learn differently and works to help students be successful in their education and transition into the workplace or higher learning opportunities. This project focuses on improving the mental health of lower and middle school students through a 27 week homeroom curriculum teaching about mindfulness, social skills, attention, and emotional regulation. Current literature and materials, students needs, and stakeholder input was utilized to create and implement the project in the lower and middle school homeroom classrooms.
Exploration Of Inclusivity And Accessibility Of Play Spaces And Miracle League Facilities, Anna Dyduch
Exploration Of Inclusivity And Accessibility Of Play Spaces And Miracle League Facilities, Anna Dyduch
OTD Capstone Projects
Throughout this capstone project, Anna Dyduch partnered with Miracle League facilities throughout North America to individually assess 300+ facilities for inclusivity standards based on updated best practice standards. Miracle League is an inclusive baseball program for children and adults with disabilities to promote community engagement and play. The focus of the project was to gauge inclusivity of all facilities to provide a database of how each facility scores; this will promote the highest standard of inclusivity for all upcoming Miracle League facilities to be built. Additional project activities included assessing local playgrounds and play spaces for ADA standard accessibility and …
Developing Resources To Promote Increased Program Activity And Independence For Individuals In A Residential Reentry Program, Kaylee Jorgensen
Developing Resources To Promote Increased Program Activity And Independence For Individuals In A Residential Reentry Program, Kaylee Jorgensen
OTD Capstone Projects
The purpose of this capstone project is to partner with Dismas House to develop sustainable resources to increase independence and participation of residents during their time at Dismas House. Dismas House provides a 90-day re-entry program that serves men who are reentering the community after being incarcerated. Dismas House has the goal to support these individuals as they navigate their transition back into the community from being incarcerated and help them overcome barriers they may face in doing so. Dismas House has “Four Pillars of Programming,” which include basic needs, health and well-being, life skills, and legal support which were …
Elopement Prevention: Promoting Safety And Supporting Participation, Sarah C. Duckworth
Elopement Prevention: Promoting Safety And Supporting Participation, Sarah C. Duckworth
OTD Capstone Projects
The goal of this capstone project was to create resources promoting elopement prevention and provide suggestions for anti-elopement equipment visits at the Vanderbilt Pediatric Seating & Mobility Clinic. Research indicates that 50% of families have never received guidance about elopement prevention from a healthcare professional. The tools created during this capstone project were meant to improve equipment visits, educate caregivers, and empower future occupational therapy practitioners. The goals were achieved through collaboration with stakeholders, completing a review of the literature, attending a child passenger safety technician course, and developing resources. The result was a social story and sensory toolbox for …
Achieving The Best Of All: Program Development For Adults And Preschoolers With Down Syndrome At Gigi's Playhouse, Samantha Wu
Achieving The Best Of All: Program Development For Adults And Preschoolers With Down Syndrome At Gigi's Playhouse, Samantha Wu
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was conducted through partnership with GiGi’s Playhouse Nashville, a non-profit organization that offers free, educational programs for individuals with Down syndrome and their families throughout the lifespan. The project concentrated on the establishment and facilitation of two programs: GiGi University and Leaps and Bounds. GiGi University is an adult learning program targeting life skills advancement related to communication, career, physical and mental wellness, money management, and kitchen competency. Leaps and Bounds is a play-based program targeting the development of preschool readiness skills through motor and sensory activities. The goal of both programs is to promote achievement …
Seltec Model Level I Fieldwork Shift In An Ota Program, Paige Henson
Seltec Model Level I Fieldwork Shift In An Ota Program, Paige Henson
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through a partnership with Nashville State Community College’s (NSCC) Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. To address clinician burnout from supervising students during level I fieldworks, NSCC is in the early stages of researching, planning, and implementing the SELTEC: Service and Experiential Learning Through Engagement in the Community Model for their Level I Fieldwork placements. The SELTEC model’s main objective is to provide quality and consistent level I fieldwork by using a faculty-led approach in partnership with community based organizations to decrease the burden on fieldwork sites and educators. This project aimed to create a manual …
Enhancing Learning Outcomes In An Intervention Based Orthopedic Course, Kathryn E. Kita
Enhancing Learning Outcomes In An Intervention Based Orthopedic Course, Kathryn E. Kita
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone project was completed through a collaboration with Belmont University’s School of Occupational Therapy in Nashville, Tennessee. The project focused on reviewing, creating, and implementing supplemental educational material to enhance learning outcomes in first year OTD students in the occupational performance I course (OPI). OPI is the first intervention-based course in the curriculum, focusing on the orthopedic and acute care settings. The educational material created includes five video demonstrations, three comprehensive case studies and videos of the evaluation and treatment sessions that coincide, four review sessions of important topics covered in lecture, and multiple fabricated orthotics. A pre and …
The Lived Experience Of Older Adults Desiring To Age In Place, Sarah K. Dean
The Lived Experience Of Older Adults Desiring To Age In Place, Sarah K. Dean
OTD Capstone Projects
The Lived Experience of Older Adults Desiring to Age in Place is a study conducted by Sarah Dean, a student in Belmont University's Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy. Purpose: This project was created to determine the lived experience and perspective of older adults desiring to age in place. This project was intended to benefit all older adults attending FiftyForward in Middle TN and their families. Methodology: The student assisted second-year Belmont OTD students in distributing an initial survey to the FiftyForward participants. The student went back to FiftyForward centers, and conducted in-depth interviews with the older adult participants in …
Promoting Occupational Therapy Student Well-Being Through Scholarship, Hanna Mcclain
Promoting Occupational Therapy Student Well-Being Through Scholarship, Hanna Mcclain
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone experience entitled “Promoting Occupational Therapy Student Well-Being through Scholarship” aimed to complete tasks within Belmont’s School of OT to promote occupational therapy student well-being. The outcomes and deliverables of the project include submitting a manuscript for publication, analyzing data with research team, manualizing the WBOP intervention, streamlining the WBOP intervention PowerPoints, submitting a grant application, teaching one of the WBOP intervention classes, and creating a new manuscript from the newly analyzed data.
Work Skills Programming Within Davidson County Residential Drug Court, Sarah Dinnes
Work Skills Programming Within Davidson County Residential Drug Court, Sarah Dinnes
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone project was completed through partnership with Davidson County Residential Drug Court (DC4). DC4 is a long-term residential facility that provides on-site treatment and recovery resources for non-violent offenders. The focus of this project was the development of intervention materials that provides resources and tools to help build work readiness skills to better prepare these individuals for long-term employment and becoming productive members of society upon graduation of the program. The handbook includes education and opportunities to apply learned skills in the areas of employment, communication, financial management, and community transportation. To be sustainable for the agency, counselors will …
Exploring Seating And Mobility Provision, Amaris Hornbuckle
Exploring Seating And Mobility Provision, Amaris Hornbuckle
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone was an exploration of the specialty practice area of seating and mobility through partnerships with Numotion and TriStar Skyline Medical Center. A variety of projects were completed including educational materials for a wheelchair clinic, a loaner wheelchair tracking spreadsheet, educational materials for a Belmont Occupational therapy course, a literature search on pediatric power mobility, and protocol spreadsheets for an FDA research study. Throughout this capstone, I learned the skills necessary for a wheelchair evaluation, developed interprofessional communication skills, and gained an understanding of the lived experience of end users.
Postsecondary Education Curriculum For Adult Students With Idd At Lipscomb University's Ideal, Rebecca Gracey
Postsecondary Education Curriculum For Adult Students With Idd At Lipscomb University's Ideal, Rebecca Gracey
OTD Capstone Projects
Igniting the Dream of Education and Access at Lipscomb (IDEAL) is a postsecondary education program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Nashville, TN. Students enroll in both traditional university courses and IDEAL courses teaching employment and independent living skills. This project focused on developing curriculum for two upcoming courses as IDEAL grows from a two-year program to a four-year program. Resources were created to develop 12-week curriculums with a focus on independent living skills and employment soft skills to be implemented in the Fall 2023 semester. Each curriculum includes multiple teaching strategies to meet the learning …
Habits For Health: A Holistic Approach To Women's Well-Being, Katelyn Helms
Habits For Health: A Holistic Approach To Women's Well-Being, Katelyn Helms
OTD Capstone Projects
The New Beginnings Center is a nonprofit organization that offers a holistic approach to a healthy lifestyle including instruction regarding nutrition and exercise training. They offer a 12-week program for women of all backgrounds 18+ that empowers women through fitness and lifestyle changes. They have also recently started a program called Iron souls which offers the same education and empowerment for teenagers. The objective for this project was to provide the most updated review of literature regarding the interrelationship between hormones and health. This included how reproductive hormones influenced energy levels, losing weight, and building muscle. Additionally, the relationship between …
Support For Saint Paul Police Federation’S Retirees, Kaitlin E. Johnson
Support For Saint Paul Police Federation’S Retirees, Kaitlin E. Johnson
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone project was completed at the Saint Paul Police Federation in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The Federation represents all sworn officers, excluding the chiefs at the Saint Paul Police Department, and Saint Paul emergency communications professionals at the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center. This project was focused on increasing the support provided to the retiring and the retired police officers by improving accessibility to the information needed to make educated and informed decisions throughout the retirement process and then afterwards. The website was developed and published so that retirees and active members can easily access to this information, which is …
Week 13: Promoting Occupational Balance During Trauma Healing Journey Post-Program Participation, Rachel Hicks
Week 13: Promoting Occupational Balance During Trauma Healing Journey Post-Program Participation, Rachel Hicks
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed in a partnership with REBOOT Recovery, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting trauma healing through participation in faith-based, peer-led courses. The purpose of this project was to provide program participants with additional content to promote improved occupational performance as they continue into the next phase of the healing journey after completing the original 12-week courses. The project was given the title “Week 13” within the organization to illustrate its role in guiding members’ next steps in trauma healing. Content areas included rebuilding healthy routines, reclaiming restful sleep, conflict resolution in personal relationships, education on …