Submission Date
8-4-2025
Document Type
Entry Level Capstone
Degree Name
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
First Mentor
Rachel Co, OTR/L
Abstract
This capstone project aimed to enhance the quality of life, well-being, and occupational participation of individuals with dementia residing in nursing homes through the implementation of an eight-week occupational therapy-based program. By addressing unmet needs through personalized, meaningful activities such as cognitive stimulation, physical activities, and social engagement, this project seeks to reduce cognitive decline and improve emotional well-being. The SLUMS and GDS were used to evaluate the program’s effectiveness. Ultimately, this project sought to understand occupational therapy’s role in supporting dementia care in nursing homes.
NSUWorks Citation
Julianne M. Sta.Ana. 2025. Supporting Participation in Daily Occupations, Quality of Life, and Well-Being for Individuals with Dementia in Nursing Homes. Capstone. Nova Southeastern University. Retrieved from NSUWorks, . (187)
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/hpd_ot_capstone/187.