Enhancing Occupation-Based Engagement for Adults with IDD

Authors

• Miranda Brown, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
• Mary Jan Greer, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow

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Description

This study aimed to explore the importance of occupation-based engagement for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through the lens of occupational therapy (OT). Literature review and needs assessments informed the development of client-centered interventions and program modules. Project outcomes highlighted the benefit of increased opportunity and appropriate grading of occupation-based engagement for adults with IDD, as well as education for community-based site staff and caregivers.

Publication Date

Spring 4-9-2026

Publisher

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Keywords

IDD, Intellectual and developmental disabilities

Medical Subject Headings

Adults, Community integration, Developmental disabilities, Needs assessment, Program evaluation, Occupational therapy

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences | Occupational Therapy

Comments

Poster presented at the OTD Capstone Symposium held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences April 22, 2026.

Recommended Citation

Brown, M., & Greer, M. J. (2026, April 9). Enhancing Occupation-Based Engagement for Adults with IDD. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesspring2026/38