Date of Award
Spring 5-7-2022
Document Type
Oral Presentation/Poster
Degree Name
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Department
Health Science
Faculty Mentor
Dr. Karen Hebert
Keywords
Meaningful interventions, dementia, loneliness
Subject Categories
Occupational Therapy
Abstract
This capstone project focused on the implementation of meaningful interventions to support the quality of life in individuals with dementia. Those with dementia often lack the opportunity to participate in meaningful activities, leading to increased loneliness and decreased quality of life. Individual and group sessions were administered to eight participants over the course of fourteen weeks. Progress was tracked through feedback surveys and pre-test/post-test assessments. This project found that engaging in meaningful activities helps to support quality of life while also decreasing feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression.
Recommended Citation
Blasius, Keelan N., "Enhancing Life: Promoting Meaningful Interventions to Support Individuals with Dementia" (2022). Occupational Therapy Capstone Presentations. 73.
https://red.library.usd.edu/ot-capstone/73