OTD Capstone Projects
Abstract
The Center for Living & Learning is a residential and vocational mental health facility for individuals with persistent mental illness who cannot live independently. They have three levels of care on the property: 24-hour direct care, semi-independent living & independent living. This doctoral capstone project aims to partner with The Center for Living & Learning and develop transitional programming to support the cultivation of independence in residents who have the potential to transition to a less supported environment. Outcomes include a comprehensive 42-page care plan that outlines expectations for direct care, expectations for semi-independent living, how to bridge the gap as well as site specific assessment tools, interventions, handouts, activities, various resources and deliverables.
Publication Date
Spring 4-11-2025
Faculty Mentor
Whitney Dupree OTD, OTR/L, CPAM
Department
Occupational Therapy, School of
Document Type
Scholarly Project
Degree
Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Degree Level
Doctoral
Degree Grantor
Belmont University
Keywords
residential treatment; mental health; occupational therapy; schizophrenia; schizoaffective; bipolar disorder; transitional programming; independence; participation; quality of life
Recommended Citation
Thies, Elsa C., "Cultivating Independence: Transitional Programming Development at The Center for Living & Learning" (2025). OTD Capstone Projects. 204.
https://repository.belmont.edu/otdcapstoneprojects/204
