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More Than Capable: Facilitating Meaningful Independent Living for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

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MLA citation style (9th ed.)

Hannah E. Harless. More Than Capable: Facilitating Meaningful Independent Living for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. . 2023. uindy.hykucommons.org/concern/etds/2c76afef-5bff-4474-b5b8-f0ecfeb08567.

APA citation style (7th ed.)

H. E. Harless. (2023). More Than Capable: Facilitating Meaningful Independent Living for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. https://uindy.hykucommons.org/concern/etds/2c76afef-5bff-4474-b5b8-f0ecfeb08567

Chicago citation style (CMOS 17, author-date)

Hannah E. Harless. More Than Capable: Facilitating Meaningful Independent Living for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. 2023. https://uindy.hykucommons.org/concern/etds/2c76afef-5bff-4474-b5b8-f0ecfeb08567.

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Abstract
  • Objectives: This project aimed to facilitate an integrated, inclusive community that created a sense of belonging within the North End apartment complex and Carmel by providing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities the resources needed to live independently for the first time. Methods: I utilized a pre/post-survey, satisfaction survey, and Likert scale for outcome measures. The pre-survey determined future residents’ preferred interests and hobbies, which guided events I planned and businesses I contacted for partnerships. The post-survey determined residents’ likelihood of attending the events planned. Results: I created a resource binder based on results from the pre-survey, and several community members agreed to partner with North End by volunteering their time, resources, and talents to host or facilitate future events. Conclusion: Adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities are an underserved population that has the potential to thrive living independently in their communities if provided with the necessary resources. Keywords: Community Integration, Advocacy, Independence, Inclusion

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Degree
  • OTD

Level
  • Doctorate

Discipline
  • Occupational Therapy

Grantor
  • University of Indianapolis

Advisor
  • Lucinda Dale

Department
  • School of Occupational Therapy

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