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This study created a needs assessment is to determine the unique occupational deficits of children and their families in California experiencing homelessness within a shelter setting via recording their lived experiences. A local family shelter was analyzed via observation and interviews with staff and residents of the shelter. The results were compiled into a facility assessment to identify supports and barriers to occupation. Results were also utilized to complete an occupational needs assessment for families and children living in homeless shelters. The study determined the occupational needs and occurrences of occupational deficits that were experienced by residents of the family shelter. This study discussed how role of occupational therapy can address occupational needs within the shelter setting.
Publication Date
Spring 4-10-2024
Publisher
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Keywords
Child, Needs assessment, Occupational therapy, Humans
Medical Subject Headings
Child, Needs assessment, Occupational therapy, Humans
Disciplines
Community Health | Health Services Research | Occupational Therapy | Psychiatric and Mental Health | Public Health Education and Promotion
Recommended Citation
Siono, J., & MacDermott, S. (2024, April 10). An OT Needs Assessment for Children and Families Residing in Shelters. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesspring2024/33
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Community Health Commons, Health Services Research Commons, Occupational Therapy Commons, Psychiatric and Mental Health Commons, Public Health Education and Promotion Commons
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Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, held online at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences on April 10-17, 2024.