Occupational Therapy's Role in Supporting Individuals with Down Syndrome through an Employment Program

Authors

Jenny Rossopoulos, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
Susan MacDermott, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow

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Description

This poster presents the implementation of an existing employment program, EmployAble to a new group of individuals with Down syndrome. The presentation outlines the methods, program design, and curriculum. Additionally, this capstone project aims to explore the support mechanisms for individuals with disabilities in the workplace and the education of employers regarding inclusive employment practices.

Publication Date

Spring 4-10-2024

Publisher

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Keywords

Down syndrome, Employment, Inclusive, Employers

Medical Subject Headings

Down syndrome, Employment, Inclusive, Occupational therapy, Program

Disciplines

Adult and Continuing Education | Occupational Therapy | Special Education and Teaching | Vocational Education

Comments

Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, held online at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences on April 10-17, 2024

Recommended Citation

Rossopoulos, J., & MacDermott, S. (2024, April 10). Occupational Therapy's Role in Supporting Individuals with Down Syndrome through an Employment Program. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesspring2024/40