The purpose of this Doctoral Capstone Experience was to expand the pediatric program at a rural outpatient center by increasing awareness of the role occupational therapy plays with children, increasing appropriate referrals, creating relationships with other entities, and hosting a community event to serve the families of the community. A SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis was conducted as well as a community needs assessment comparing pediatric services currently offered and service still needed in the area. The results of this assessment confirmed the desire of the center to host a developmental screening day, which 35 children in the community attended. Collaboration and education with schools, physicians, daycares, and early intervention occurred, resulting in increased awareness of services offered at this outpatient center and increased referrals. Promotional materials were created specifically for primary care providers, schools, and caregivers and were distributed to current or possible stakeholders. A 166.67% increase in caseload occurred within the 16 week capstone experience, indicating possible benefits of increased means of advocacy.

Creator

• Wadsworth, Michaela

Contributors

• Howard, Brenda S.

Publisher

• University of Indianapolis

Language

• en

Identifier

• Wadsworth.Michaela.pdf

Keyword

• Occupational Therapy

• Health Sciences

Date created

• 2018-05

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• http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/