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Adaptive Outdoor Recreation To Promote Health And Well-Being For Adults With Disabilities, Brittany Earle Apr 2024

Adaptive Outdoor Recreation To Promote Health And Well-Being For Adults With Disabilities, Brittany Earle

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Individuals with physical disabilities are disproportionately excluded from leisure pursuits including outdoor recreation due to various barriers. In collaboration with Cleveland Metroparks, I created a program designed for adults with disabilities to enhance health and well-being through participation in outdoor recreation as well as increase awareness of opportunities available. The Adaptive Outdoor Recreation Program is intended to be implemented in spring 2025.


Parkinson’S Disease And Occupation Focused Wellbeing, Ashley Adamczewski Apr 2023

Parkinson’S Disease And Occupation Focused Wellbeing, Ashley Adamczewski

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This capstone was completed at InMotion™, a community wellness center that serves individuals with Parkinson's disease. The purpose was to advocate for occupational therapy services in the community as preventative care and educate InMotion™ clients on how occupational therapy can be beneficial to enhance quality of life and overall wellbeing.


Occupational Therapy's Role In Infant Feeding & Postpartum Support, Megan Gallagher Apr 2023

Occupational Therapy's Role In Infant Feeding & Postpartum Support, Megan Gallagher

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A smooth transition to parenthood requires education and preparation on what to expect and new roles, responsibilities, and occupations. This capstone, in collaboration with Nurture Columbus, developed educational resources for new parents to help meet their infant feeding goals and facilitate a smooth transition throughout the postpartum period. In addition, education for healthcare professionals on the distinct value of occupational therapy during the perinatal period is included.