OTD Capstone Projects

Abstract

This capstone experience was conducted through partnership with GiGi’s Playhouse Nashville, a Down-syndrome achievement center that provides free educational, therapeutic-based and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community. This experience primarily focused on piloting the GiGi University program through an occupational lens by adapting, modifying, and implementing national curriculum to meet student needs. GiGi U sought to increase confidence, career skills, personal wellness, and overall quality of life. Additionally, training and support was provided to GiGi’s satellite location in a neighboring county to increase sustainability of additional programming.

Publication Date

Spring 4-15-2022

Faculty Mentor

Halle King, OTD, OTR/L

Department

Occupational Therapy, School of

College

Health Sciences & Nursing, Gordon E. Inman College of

Document Type

Scholarly Project

Degree

Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

Degree Level

Doctoral

Degree Grantor

Belmont University

Keywords

Down syndrome, career skills, communication, fitness, confidence, quality of life

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