OTD Capstone Projects
Capstone Projects from 2022
GiGi’s Playhouse Program Development, Jensen Anderson
Adult Program Development GiGi’s Playhouse, Ella E. Baggett
Burnout Solutions Through Wellness and Outdoor Adventure, Cassidy Bizzell
Promoting the Benefits of Therapy Dogs in Healthcare Settings through Children's Literature, Angela Bozik
The Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes Needed for Entry Level Wheelchair Service Providers: A Collaboration with ISWP and CTF, Taylor Bumbalough
Illuminate Academy Shine Shop Resources and Kindergarten Market Research, Rya G. Carroll
Community Accessibility for Individuals with Disabilities, Marshall Dumas
Pediatric Manual Wheelchair Skills Handbook, Brooke Edwards
Advocacy and Collaboration to Promote and Enhance Services Provided by Ability App, Callie Emerson
Integrating Best Practice in Belmont’s OTD Curriculum through Research, Dissemination, and Development of Supplemental Course Materials, Alyson Graham
Promoting Client-Centered Learning and Education of Teenage Mothers, Katie R. Hartline
Educational Guides to Assistive Technology and Digital Literacy for Older Adults and Caregivers, Cheney D. Hess
Developing Resources to Promote Proficient Telehealth Service Delivery and Increase Knowledge about Making Changes to a State’s Practice Act, Cassandra M. Howe
Promoting Participant and Community Participation at Saddle Up!, Savannah R. MacIsaac
Promoting Occupational Well-Being Through Program Development at Rock Steady Boxing, Meredith F. Maines
Home and Environmental Modifications and Community Resources for Individuals with Visual Impairment, Kimberly McLaughlin
Promoting Community Accessibility Through Advocacy and Networking with The Ability App, Chloe C. Moore
Nobody Likes Busy Work: TILTing an OTA Program's Curriculum, Sarah Parkinson
Believe in All: Adaptive Gymnastics Program, Pooja Patel
Evaluating Accessibility in TN State Parks, Ashley C. Phillips
Enhancing OTD Clinical Pathophysiology Course Curriculum, Ashley N. Rabuck
Coaching for Independent Living Skills in Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities at Friends Life Community, Ashley G. Raby
Vehicle Modification Resources for Families of Tucker’s House, Heather Ribolla
Abundant Life Youth Program: Promoting Positive Youth Development through Outdoor Experience, Elizabeth Robinson
Illuminate Academy Kindergarten Market Research and Shine Shop, Shauna Rocha
Independent Study Curriculums for Adult Students with IDD at Lipscomb University - IDEAL, Megan Roman
Developing Evidence Based Protocols to Enhance Occupational Therapy Treatment of the Upper Extremity, Alexandra Ross
Promoting Therapist’s Use of IADLs: Establishing a Pet Care Protocol with Stallworth Inpatient Rehab, Christa Schmieder
Development and Implementation of an Outcome Measure for MOVE Inclusive Dance, Morgan Sondergeld
Driving with Low Vision: Development of Evidence Based Practice Manual for Bioptic Drivers, Emily Rose Sonni
The Parkinson's Wellness Project: An 8-part educational video series, Samantha L. Stevenson
Abundant Life Adventure Club Youth Program: Positive Youth Development through Outdoor Recreation and Adventure, Gabriela Swiecki
Increasing Self-Determination Throughout the Transition Process: A Resource Guide for Benton Hall Academy, Melanie N. Vacchiano
Occupational Therapy and Animal Assisted Therapy: Advocacy for the Field & Best Practice, Mackenzie E. VanderBloomen
Teaching and Supplemental Material Development for Belmont University's OTD Neuroscience Course, Jessica Van Ryzin
Developing an Educational Foundation for Incorporating Animal Assisted Interventions into Rehabilitation Settings, Chandni Vyas
Capstone Projects from 2021
Life Skills Curriculum for Lower Middle School Students at Benton Hall Academy, Elizabeth Atkins
GiGi's Playhouse Program Development, Tatianna Balis
Withdrawing without withholding: A quantitative report of factors indicative of the need for early rehabilitation services after intrauterine drug exposure, Brooke G. Bohanan
Supporting Working Family Caregivers and Older Adults Through an Educational Employer-Based Eldercare Program, Chanté Bowens
Addressing Comorbidity Education Needs in TriStar Skyline’s Readmission Reduction Program, Savannah Carroll
Home Modification Resources for Families of Children with Disabilities, Brittany Chamberlin
Social Communication in Learners Using Transactional Supports, Brittany Clark
Integration of Occupational Therapy Into Primary Care, Averie Conn
Creating an Occupational Therapy Supported Wellness Program: Nurture Your Postpartum Body, Lincoln Elliott
Promoting Awareness and Healing in Persons in Mental Health and Addiction Recovery in Middle Tennessee, Savannah Rain Flint
Clinicians' Perspectives on the Permobil Explorer Mini, Searcy Fox
Clinicians' Perspectives on the Permobil Explorer Mini, Hannah Guffey
Lipscomb IDEAL: Promoting Independent Living Skills in Students with Intellectual Disabilities, Abigail Hamblen
Creating Home Modification Solutions for Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury, Ryan Heuer
Occupational Therapy and Animal Assisted Interventions: Professionalizing the Field, Annie Hudson
Establishing OT Programming Within a Local Correctional Facility, Kayla Kennedy
Equine-Assisted Activities: Increasing Participation and Quality of Life for Individuals with Disabilities, Melissa Mabry
Exploration of Community Resources for Adults and Children with Disabilities and Their Caregivers in Middle Tennessee, Amanda McCutchin
Developing Power Skills and Effective Partnerships with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Madison McLean
Strategies for Promoting Engagement in Youth Advocacy Program, Dana Murray
Clinicians Perspectives on the Permobil Explorer Mini, Lilly Otoole
Illuminate Academy Interoception Curriculum & Resources, Paige Poole
Advocacy for Older Adults at a State Unit on Aging, Nicki Richardson
Navigating the community with a disability: How Ability App can help and why OTs should get involved, Hailey Scandin
An Occupational Therapy Approach to Developing Empowerment: Supporting the Recovery of Women Affected by Substance Abuse in a Residential Treatment Facility, Margaret Schneider-Adams and Molly Schneider-Adams
Integrating Occupational Therapy and Animal Assisted Therapy, Erin Trella
Occupational Therapy Service and Clinic Development within Student-Run, Pro-Bono Outpatient Rehab Clinic, Nicole Versace
Capstone Projects from 2020
Pediatric Feeding Therapy at it's Finest: A Comprehensive Approach, Shelby Anderson
Strategies for Hybrid Teaching, Julia Bilotta
Increasing Participation in Children and Adults with Disabilities at Christ Presbyterian Church, Taylor Boggus
Accessibility and Inclusivity at the Frist Art Museum, Andrea M. Boyer
Advancing the Scientific Understanding of Spiritual Care for Trauma in Combat Veterans and First Responders, Megan Broecker
Advocacy For Occupational Therapy Within A Local Jail, Caitlin Clark
Evaluating Fitness-to-Drive Among Individuals with Sensory Deficits: A Retrospective Chart Review, Caroline Clark
Introducing Occupational Balance and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to Women at The New Beginnings Center, Piper Cleveland
Power Skills Curriculum Development for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities at Friends Life Community, April Coleson
Supporting Older Adults Through Aging in Place and CAPABLE Programs, Laura Compton
Bringing an Occupational Therapy Perspective to Linden Waldorf School, Morgan Craig
Self Regulation Protocol for MOVE Inclusive Dance, Rebecca Denton
Cultivating Vocational and Independent Living Skills through Meaningful Occupations, Sawyer Dullaghan
Addressing challenges in solid food transitioning in infants, Stephanie Gonyea
Exploring the World of ON TIME Pediatric Power Mobility, Lauren Hanna
LymphaTouch™ as a Preparatory Method for Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy and Radiation-Induced Fibrosis: A Case Study, Abigail Harris
Implementation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI-CAT) with Equine Assisted Activity and Therapy Participants, Tori Hendricks
"Mommy & Me" Constraint Therapy at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, Logan Herndon
Efficacy and Caregiver Perceptions of Child Passenger Safety Device Interventions for Behavioral and Postural Deficits, Michaela Isenberg
Promoting Physical Activity & Social Participation in Young Adults with IDD with Best Buddies, Belmont Chapter, Courtney Janusz
AOTA Continuing Education: Occupational Therapy’s Role in Addressing Sexuality and Intimacy, Tiffany E. Lee and Jacqueline M. Marquez
Holistic Home Modification: Developing a Client-Centered Approach to Home Assessments and Quality of Life Measures, Maggie Little
Promoting Sensory Environments and Strategies for Tennessee Baptist Children's Homes, Emma Mace
Development and Implementation of Employment and Housing Power Week Curriculum For Next Steps, Kelli McClintock
Support, Advocacy, and Education for Individuals with Mental Illness, Mackenzie Mellinger
Increasing Access to Play: Establishing a Switch-Adapted Toy Library at Christ Presbyterian Church, Megan Moody
Promoting Interprofessional Collaboration Through Education in the Inpatient Rehabilitation Setting, Emma Murphy
Developing Exercise and Education Programs for Boxers with Parkinson’s Disease, Kristine Ramsey
On Site Home Assessments for Individuals with Disabilities, Lacy Roling
Increasing Employment Success: Helping Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities at Friends Life Improve Job Readiness Skills, Madeleine Ruff
ONTIME Self-Initiated Mobility, Katherine Sanders
