DOI
https://doi.org/10.57709/36970344
Date of Award
5-10-2024
Degree Type
Capstone Project
Degree Name
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Department
Occupational Therapy
First Advisor
Dr. Kinsuk Maitra
Second Advisor
Dr. Jennifer Nelson
Abstract
GiGi’s Playhouse is a national nonprofit organization that provides free resources, services, and support to individuals with Down syndrome, serving families from prenatal diagnoses through adulthood, in a community-based setting. This doctoral capstone experience (DCE) sought to further expand and improve upon current adult programming to address an existing identified area of need within a progressively increasing aging and adult population. In partnership with GiGi’s Playhouse Atlanta, this capstone project included the careful selection and development of a program outline guide to expand the existing curriculum for the adult program known as “GiGi Prep.” The purpose of this capstone project was to develop a purposeful program expansion with adapted resources to support participation in instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), life skills, and healthy living habits to promote independence for adults with Down syndrome. The capstone student developed a program guide outline to supplement the existing curriculum in an effort to further emphasize skills related to living independently, gaining or maintaining employment, and facilitating health, wellness, and success in the transitional stage of early adulthood.
Recommended Citation
Kennedy, Kaylee, "Adult Life Skills at GiGi’S Playhouse: Program Expansion & Individualization for Adults with Down Syndrome." , Georgia State University, 2024.
doi: https://doi.org/10.57709/36970344
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