
OTD Capstone Projects
Abstract
This doctoral capstone was completed through partnership with Westminster Home Connection. Westminster Home Connection is a non-profit agency serving low income adults 60+ or individuals with a disability by providing home repair and modifications to allow individuals to safely live in their home. The primary focus of this project was to create educational materials and bring an OT perspective to the assessment and modification process. Resources provided included a guidebook for home modifications and fall prevention education. Throughout this project I attended and assisted with home assessments, home modification, ramp builds, and declutter projects.
Publication Date
Spring 4-11-2025
Faculty Mentor
Dr. Teresa Plummer, PhD, MS, OTR/L, CAPS, CEAS, ATP
Department
Occupational Therapy, School of
Document Type
Scholarly Project
Degree
Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Degree Level
Doctoral
Degree Grantor
Belmont University
Keywords
Aging in place; home modification; adaptive equipment; safety; fall prevention; declutter; durable medical equipment
Recommended Citation
Pitman, Alexis, "A Guide to Home Modifications Through the OT Lens" (2025). OTD Capstone Projects. 226.
https://repository.belmont.edu/otdcapstoneprojects/226