Date of Award
2021
Document Type
Scholarly Project
Degree Name
Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
Department
Occupational Therapy
First Advisor
Cherie Graves
Abstract
Adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) and developmental disabilities (DD) have multiple opportunities to participate in the community through a variety of programs. Most programs show significant benefits in immersing individuals with ID/DD in social and physical contexts. Ashley, Fossey, and Bigby (2019) explain that participation for individuals with ID/DD is influenced by motivation, abilities, and environmental conditions. The environment plays a key role in supporting or hindering occupational engagement for individuals with ID/DD (Ashley et al., 2019). The research supports the use of vocational programs, intergenerational programs, and peer mentorship to improve the quality of life for individuals with ID/DD (Janke, Purnell, Watts, & Shore, 2019). This leads to the importance of creating a supportive and inclusive environment to enable engagement and participation in occupations amongst adults with ID/DD.
Recommended Citation
Pitcher, Aspen and Wendel, Abby, "Structured Ambassador Program for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in the Preschool Setting" (2021). Occupational Therapy Capstones. 479.
https://commons.und.edu/ot-grad/479