Occup Ther Health Care
October 2023
As older adults move out of their homes and into continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), literature describes the phenomenon of "relocation stress system" wherein many have difficulty transitioning to their new environment. To help students understand and appreciate working with older adults in this environment, an intergenerational project and fieldwork experience was developed between third year occupational therapy doctoral students and residents living in a CCRC. Students met with their clients during the semester and presented findings in class.
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September 2020
Importance: Reports on the integration of 3D printing in occupational therapy education and changes in student acceptance of technology over time are lacking.
Objective: 3D printing technology applications may offer effective solutions to increase client participation in occupations. However, the use of these applications in occupational therapy practice requires attention to occupational therapy students' perception of the technology's usefulness and ease of use.