Capstone Projects for the Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program

• Melanie Archibald

  Increasing Educator Understanding and Classroom Integration of Assistive Technology: The Impact of TutorTech.
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Brownsburg Community School Corporation
  DCE Site Mentor: Stephanie Borem
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Nolan

• Hannah Burck

  Impact of Therapeutic Education on Caregiver Confidence and Understanding of Their Child’s Maladaptive Feeding Behaviors
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Feeding Friends Children's Feeding Clinic & Therapy Services, Inc.
  DCE Site Mentor: Tessa Edwards
  Faculty Mentor: Jenna Trost

• Morgan Carruthers

  Empowering Parents and Caregivers: Building Resilience and Self-Efficacy Through OT Education
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Easterseals Crossroads
  DCE Site Mentor: Leann Faust
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Aust

• Erin Clarke

  Developing a Sustainable Leisure Program to Enhance Patient Engagement and Satisfaction During Inpatient Rehabilitation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Hospital North
  Faculty Mentor: Katie Polo

• Kaitlyn Ditmars

  Enhancing Stroke Recovery Education Through Health Literacy
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Health Physical Therapy and Rehab- Neuro Speciality Clinic
  DCE Site Mentor: Tosha Adams
  Faculty Mentor: Katie Polo

• Evelynne Heffern

  Expanding Acute Care Occupational Therapy Services for Postpartum Mothers
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health
  DCE Site Mentor: Lauren Iannazzo
  Faculty Mentor: Kristina Watkins

• Sarah Hewitt

  Strengthening Caregiver Confidence: The Impact of NICU Education Programs
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Health North Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Morgan Herrmann
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Trost

• Rachel Ivey

  Roots of Resilience: Improving Well-being in Cancer Survivors Through Nature
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cancer Support Community
  DCE Site Mentor: Courtney Hutslar
  Faculty Mentor: Katie Polo

• Hannah John

  Employment Training for Survivors of Human Trafficking
  Doctoral Capstone Partner:Naomi’s House
  DCE Site Mentor:Amanda Bagnall
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Aust

• Rileigh Johnson

  An Individualized Education Program for Stroke Patients Preparing for Discharge from Inpatient Rehabilitation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Parkview Hospital Randallia
  DCE Site Mentor: Gabrielle Nix
  Faculty Mentor: Katie Polo

• Savannah Moore

  Stepping Stone Skills: Standardized Skill Tracking and Skill Building Sessions
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Building Essential Skills Together, Inc.
  DCE Site Mentor: Keeley Hendricks
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Aust

• Alise Morin

  Creative Connections: Exploring an Expressive Arts Program for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Village of Merici
  DCE Site Mentor: Colleen Renie
  Faculty Mentor: Taylor Gurley 

• Megan Motolik

  Nurturing Knowledge for Strong Starts
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical
  DCE Site Mentor: Elizabeth Rick
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Trost

• Nicole Pileri

  Agape's Miniature Horse Program Protocols
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Agape Therapeutic Riding
  DCE Site Mentor: Rachel Elder
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Peter

• Chloe Sanders

  Improving Mental Health Care in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Rehabilitation Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Paige McIntire
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Peter

• Karl Shen

  Shadowboxing Rehabilitation Program in Mental Health Settings
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: NeuroDiagnostic Institute (NDI)
  DCE Site Mentor: Janae Moffitt
  Faculty Mentor: Taylor Gurley

• Ryan Smith

  Fighting Back Against Negative Mental Health at Rock Steady Boxing
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Rock Steady Boxing, Inc.
  DCE Site Mentor: Connie Fiems
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Aust

• Kara Spitler

  Ergo-mom-ics: An Ergonomic Guide to Pregnancy and Motherhood
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Shepherd Community Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Allen Southerland
  Faculty Mentor: Taylor Gurley

• Meridian Stowers

  BUILDing Empowerment: An OT Approach to Sexual Health Education & Fostering Social Connection Among College Students with Disabilities.
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: University of Indianapolis- BUILD
  DCE Site Mentor: Betsy Fouts
  Faculty Mentor: Beth Ann Walker

• Mikayla Wright

  Improved Education for Hand Therapy Patients
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: ATI Physical Therapy- Indianapolis
  Faculty Mentor: Patricia Holmes

• Margaret Busch

  Describing Occupational Therapy Services for Transition-Aged Youth within a Outpatient Medical Setting
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Rebecca Weisshaar
  Faculty Mentor: Taylor Gurley 

• Amanda Carmosino

  Self-Modulation through Comfort Rooms: Enhancing Inpatient Forensic Psychiatry Care Units
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Nolan

• Lauren Landes

  Ruff Possibilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health
  DCE Site Mentor: Michelle Fisher
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Peter

• Emily Guffey

  Feasibility of Cognitive Interventions with Delirium Patients in the ICU
  DCE Site Mentor: Lauren Iannazzo
  Faculty Mentor: Patricia Holmes

• Leah Smillie

  Implementation of the SENSE program: A Feasibility Study
  Doctoral Capstone Partner:IU Health Riley Hospital for Children
  DCE Site Mentor: Kelly Adkins
  Faculty Mentor: Kristina Watkins

• Sarah Vanek

  Providing Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation Education to Improve Adherence to Maintenance Programs of Complex Discharge Patients
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health
  DCE Site Mentor: Lauren Iannazzo
  Faculty Mentor: Katie Polo

• Carissa Campbell

  Maintaining Cognitive Orientation in Acute Care Patients with Dementia through Program Development
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Schneck Medical Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Holly Wischmeier
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost, OTR

• Marissa Cavanaugh

  Wellness Program Development Targeting Fall Prevention for Adults Living in an Assisted Living Facility
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Four Seasons Retirement Community
  DCE Site Mentor: Amanda Sands
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost, OTR

• Zoe Chasnick

  Education & Prevention of Deformational Plagiocephaly in the NICU
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi
  DCE Site Mentor: Theresa Rexroat
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley, MS, OTD, OTR

• Abigail Crouse

  Healthy Relationships, Boundaries, Safety, and Sexuality for Individuals with IDD
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Down Syndrome Indiana
  DCE Site Mentor: Macy Pohl
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker, PhD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Alexandria Dattilo

  Clustered Care Education for Staff and Parents in the NICU
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Health North Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Haley Krodel
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley, MS, OTD, OTR

• Lauren Bergsma

  Implementation of Legacy Building Through Creative Expression to Increase Occupational Engagement
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Abbie Hunt Bryce Home
  DCE Site Mentor: Madison Wood-Gonzalez
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker, PhD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Alexandria Gilley

  Holistic Healthcare: Education and Training on Sexuality and Intimacy for Healthcare Professionals
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Easterseals Crossroads
  DCE Site Mentor: Kristyn Greenawald
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker, PhD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Kaitlin Goedde

  Implementation of Assessment Tools for Inpatient Rehabilitation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Cincinnati at Norwood
  DCE Site Mentor: Kari Batton
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Rachel Graves

  Program Development and Advocacy for Caregivers Attending a Caregiver Resource Group: Identifying Caregiver Burnout and How to Relieve It
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Center for Aging & Community / CAC
  DCE Site Mentor: Leah Jones
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley, MS, OTD, OTR

• Jonathan Guan

  Intergenerational Therapy
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Shepherd Community Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Allen Southerland
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll OTD, OTR, FAOTA

• Karlie Hamilton

  Staff Education on Project SEARCH Intern Accommodation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IPS/CHE Project SEARCH
  DCE Site Mentor: Ann Meuleman
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost, OTR

• McKayla Hendricks

  Incorporating Patients Pets into Their Home Exercise Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health
  DCE Site Mentor: Michelle Fisher
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley, MS, OTD, OTR

• Morgan Jones

  Creating Neurodiversity Educational Resource Binders to Decrease Masking in Neurodiverse Individuals Inside and Outside the Therapy Clinic
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Children's TherAplay Foundation, Inc
  DCE Site Mentor: Kaylin Shiver
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll OTD, OTR, FAOTA

• Kira Krause

  Education for Clergy Staff on Sensory Integration and Behavioral Regulation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Emmanuel Church
  DCE Site Mentor: John Carter
  Faculty Mentor: Katie Polo DHS, OTR, CLT-LANA

• Emma Magee

  Parent and Child Relationship Support Group
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health
  DCE Site Mentor: Cherise Walters
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost, OTR

• Eric Meyers

  Education for Volunteers on Adaptive Equipment for Visually Impaired Veterans
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: VA - Golden Age Games (national work, out of Indpls)
  DCE Site Mentor: Brittany Hook
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Allison Moll

  Eskenazi Health ICU: Delirium Management & Early Cognitive Rehabilitation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health
  DCE Site Mentor: Amanda Luper
  Faculty Mentor: Katie Polo DHS, OTR, CLT-LANA

• Cara Murphy

  Implementing Virtual Educational Resources for Parents in an Outpatient Pediatric Clinic
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: North Shore Pediatric Therapy
  DCE Site Mentor: Monica O’Connor
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kristina Watkins MOT, OTD, BS

• Caitlyn Naghdi

  Inclusive Education and Resources with an Occupational Therapy Perspective for Special Needs Ministry Volunteers
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Northview Church
  DCE Site Mentor: Shana Gaylor
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker, PhD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Adrienne Numbers

  Safety and Appropriateness When Engaging Online for Adults with Down Syndrome
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: GiGi's Playhouse - Down Syndrome Achievement Centers
  DCE Site Mentor: Liz Richards
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost, OTR

• Samantha Rich

  Enhancing Leisure Activity Engagement for Patients in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Rehabilitation Hospital South
  DCE Site Mentor: Brett Hutson
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Erin Rusconi

  Implementation of an Interoception Group in Pediatric Inpatient Psychiatry
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Amanda Acosta
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kristina Watkins MOT, OTD, BS

• Korrin Schalhamer

  Development of General and Infant Feeding Admission Forms Regarding Oral Motor, Oral Sensory, and Behavioral Difficulties
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Feeding Friends Children's Feeding Clinic & Therapy Services, Inc.
  DCE Site Mentor: Tessa Edwards
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kristina Watkins MOT, OTD, BS

• Brynn Shallenberger

  Communication Development Between Caregivers and Staff at the Independent Adult Day Center
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Adult Day Centers
  DCE Site Mentor: Zisha Francis
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll OTD, OTR, FAOTA

• Abigail Shamdin

  Advocacy and education on occupational therapy's role in inpatient mental health services
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Mental Health Inpatient
  DCE Site Mentor: Rachel McFadden
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll OTD, OTR, FAOTA

• Aryn Snyder

  Measuring the Effectiveness of Healthcare Delivery in Outpatient Neuro: Utilizing Occupational Therapy Outcome Measures for TBI, Stroke and Vision Patients
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Health Neuroscience Center at Goodman Hall
  DCE Site Mentor: Emily Smith
  Faculty Mentor: Katie Polo DHS, OTR, CLT-LANA

• Caroline Stone

  Evaluation, Revision, and Reorganization of Therapeutic Resources in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Rehabilitation Hospital North
  DCE Site Mentor: Katie Bohlen
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Julia Swindeman

  The Development of Caregiver Education for Infants with Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: University of Cincinnati Medical Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Lauren Imhoff
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley, MS, OTD, OTR

Samantha Trench

Taylor Brown

Krystal Scott

• Payton Berger

  The Effects of Early Mobilization on Neuroscience Patients in the Acute Care Setting: A Program Evaluation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Miami Valley Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Mariah Bair
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Serena Good (Glenn)

  Adaptive Athlete Accessibility in CrossFit
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Adaptive Training Academy - Crossfit
  DCE Site Mentor: Alec Zirkenback
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost, OTR

Olivia Witteborg

• Caitlin Bachmann

  Packages of Resources' Efficiency and Effectiveness of Patient Education in Inpatient Settings
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cape Fear Valley Health System
  DCE Site Mentor: Stacia Auray
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Breanna Beckmann

  Increasing occupational therapists' knowledge of wounds in a hand therapy clinic
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Advance Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine
  DCE Site Mentor: Cheryl Hagmeier Keller
  Faculty Mentor: Erin Peterson, DHSc, OTR, CHT

• Shelby Cash

  Increasing Fine Motor Coordination and Grip Strength in Rock Steady Boxing Members 
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Rock Steady Boxing, Inc.
  DCE Site Mentor: Christine Timberlake
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden, EdD, OTR

• Christina Christenson

  Maximizing Quality of Life in Residential Care for Individuals Living with Brain Injury
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Hinds' Feet Farm
  DCE Site Mentor: Chelsea Willis
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker, PhD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Kayla Elstien

  Get Organized! Overcoming CRCI through Organizational Self-Management Strategies
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cancer Support Community
  DCE Site Mentor: Hunter Stafford
  Faculty Mentor: Katie Polo, DHS, OTR, CLT-LANA

• Shelby Hudson

  Providing Holistic and Preventative Wound Care Resources to Enhance Patient Education
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Major Health Partners
  DCE Site Mentor: Krystal Barnard
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Darby Joerling

  Enhancing Empowerment within Cancer Survivorship: A Symptom Management Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cancer Support Community St. Louis
  DCE Site Mentor: Dannielle (Dannie) Hodges
  Faculty Mentor: Katie Polo, DHS, OTR, CLT-LANA

• Hayley Martin

  Evaluation of Adult Volunteer Program to Update Overall Course and Lessons
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: GiGi's Playhouse - Down Syndrome Achievement Centers
  DCE Site Mentor: Denisse Jensen
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jennifer Fogo, PhD, OTR

• Sidney Metzger

  Self Management of Psychosocial Wellness for Lymphedema Patients
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Shana Mangaldas
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Kayla Nowlin

  Daily Like Skills Program for Homeless Veterans Within the Domiciliary Care Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: VA Medical Center-Roudebush/Indianapolis
  DCE Site Mentor: Dustin Ervin
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Sara Panczyk

  Promoting Safe Aging in Place by Implementing Assistive Technology
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: The Rural Institute for Inclusive Communities
  DCE Site Mentor: Molly Kimmel
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lucinda Dale, EdD, OTR, CHT, FAOTA

• Alexandra Reckers

  Addressing Mental Health and Access to Care in Veterans Transitioning from Homelessness
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: VA Medical Center-Cincinnati
  DCE Site Mentor: Carly Liber
  DFaculty Mentor: r. Alissia Garabrant, OTD, MS, OTR

• Kelsey Smith

  Developing Mental Health Resources for Clinicans and Caregivers of Patients with an Acquired Brain Injury
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: St. Vincent Evansville
  DCE Site Mentor: Nichole Chamberlain
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost, OTR

• Olivia Voss

  Promoting Holistic Care through Occupational Therapy in the High Risk Maternity Tower
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Health Partners
  DCE Site Mentor: Mika Mattocks
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost, OTR

• Allison Cattin

  Increasing Wellness and Quality of Life of Sex Workers
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Made Strong Ministries
  DCE Site Mentor: Angie Montgomery
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker, PhD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Carmen Chastain

  Facilitating Healthy Occupations Through Components of Resilience
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Dove Recovery House for Women
  DCE Site Mentor: Sydney Sturdevant
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker, PhD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Irelend Greenwell

  Client-Centered Resources to Support the Intergenerational Relationship Between Grandparents and Individuals with Down Syndrome (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Down Syndrome Indiana
  DCE Site Mentor: Stephanie Garner
  Faculty Mentor: Taylor Gurley, MS, OTD, OTR

• Hannah Harless

  More The Capable: Facilitating Meaningful Independent Living For Individuals with Intecllectual and Developmental Disabilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: The Village of Merici
  DCE Site Mentor: Colleen Renie
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lucinda Dale, EdD, OTR, CHT, FAOTA

• Sierra Kern

  Implementing a Professional Development Program Among Young Adult Refugees to Address Occupational Deprivation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Catholic Charities Indianapolis
  DCE Site Mentor: Jessica Inabnitt
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kristina Watkins, OTD, MOT, OTR

• Angela Kilbride

  Pre- and Postnatal Education and Self-care for Young & Expecting Mothers (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Johnson County Community Corrections
  DCE Site Mentor: Paige McIntire
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant, OTD, MS, OTR

• Ashton Williams

  Equipping and Empowering Vulnerable Parents through Executive Function and Connective Parenting Resources
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Family Hope
  DCE Site Mentor: Carissa Rouse
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden, OTR, EdD

• Megan Yingling

  Nurturing Nuggets: Trauma-Informed, Sensory-Based Education to Help Children Grow through Connection, Compassion, and Community
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Safe Families for Children
  DCE Site Mentor: Laura Rasche
  Faculty Mentor: Taylor Gurley, MS, OTD, OTR

• Grace Cho

  Implementing Peer-Supported Financial Literacy Workshop Program for Refugees to Address Occupational Deprivation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Catholic Charities Indianapolis
  DCE Site Mentor: Jessica Inabnitt
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lucinda Dale, EdD, OTR, CHT, FAOTA

• Livia Crispen

  Fall prevention and transfer training program development for non-clinical adult day staff
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Joy's House at UIndy
  DCE Site Mentor: Nancy Royal
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Tricia Holmes, DHSc, MOT, OTR

• Courtney Cummings

  Sexuality and Intimacy Across the Continuum of Care (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute
  DCE Site Mentor: Colton Sayers
  Faculty Mentor: Beth Ann Walker, PhD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Becca Endicott

  Health Management Programming Among Community-Dwelling Aging Adults
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Flanner House
  DCE Site Mentor: Debra White
  Faculty Mentor: Beth Ann Walker, PhD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Drew Flynn

  Family Education Program in Caring for an Individual with Down Syndrome and Dementia
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Down Syndrome Indiana
  DCE Site Mentor: Stephanie Garner
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant, OTD, MS, OTR

• Sarah Frisbie

  Paws-itive Connections at PACE: Building the Foundation for an Animal-Assisted Intervention Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Franciscan PACE Senior Health & Wellness
  DCE Site Mentor: Carol Barnes
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost, OTD, OTR

• Jonathan Haller

  Utilizing Animal-Assisted Therapy with Memory Care Residents
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Healthcare Therapy Services
  DCE Site Mentor: Ruth Franklin
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden, EdD, OTR

• Tyler Kramer-Stephens

  Improving Independent Living Residents' Acceptance Toward Skilled Therapy Services
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Indiana Masonic Home/HTS
  DCE Site Mentor: Hannah Shapiro
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden, OTR, EdD

• Erika Murphy

  Reducing Overdoses within the Aging Population through Policy and Program Implementation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: MetroHealth
  DCE Site Mentor: Libbey Pelaia
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll, OTD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Macy Pohl

  Implementation of a Home Exercise Program Inventory: Shared Decision Making Approach to Aging
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Hoosier Village/HTS
  DCE Site Mentor: Katie Grissom
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden, OTR, EdD

• Zoelaine Viewegh

  Implementation of a Transfer Training Program for Non-licensed Patient Care Assistants
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Bell Trace Health & Living
  DCE Site Mentor: Jordan Hillenburg
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden, OTR, EdD

• Scott Webb

  Enhancing Occupational Performance for Individuals with Dementia
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Ripley Crossing
  DCE Site Mentor: Amanda Driscoll
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Tricia Holmes, DHSc, MOT, OTR

• Faith Wilkins

  Community Based Fall Prevention Program for Older Adults
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Flanner House
  DCE Site Mentor: Debra White
  Faculty Mentor: Beth Ann Walker, PhD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Madison Woo

  Educational Support Group Implementation for Informal Caregivers of Persons with Dementia
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Clermont Park
  DCE Site Mentor: Terry Neal
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Tricia Holmes, DHSc, MOT, OTR

• Abbie Alter

  Empowering the Needs of Caregivers: Use of Occupation-Based Workshops
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Wellpoint Care Network
  DCE Site Mentor: Melanie Heindl
  Faculty Mentor: Taylor Gurley, MS, OTD, OTR

• Claire Petersen

  Implementation of Individual Life Skills Sessions at an Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: New Hampshire Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Marie Hasey
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll, OTD, MS, OTR, FAOTA

• Kayleigh Smith

  Mental Health Matters: Promoting Mental and Emotional Well-being for Justice-Involved Individuals
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Public Advocates in Community Re-Entry
  DCE Site Mentor: Breea Vest
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant, OTD, MS, OTR

• Sydney Abbott

  Teaching Teachers to Improve Student Occupational Performance
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: North Lawrence Community Schools
  DCE Site Mentor: Kelsey Pace
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Laura Aust, OTD, MS, OTR

• Morgan Herrmann

  Providing Preventative Care Resources to Improve the Occupational Well-Being of Postpartum Women
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Health North Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Haley Krodel
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Emily Hughes

  The Weighted Ball Massage Protocol: A Deep Pressure Modality for Sensory Regulation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Fairfield City School District
  DCE Site Mentor: Candace Yates
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Laura Aust, OTD, MS, OTR

• Katherine Kelley

  Evaluation and Education of Texas Children's Hospital's Constraint-Iduced Movement Therapy Clinic and Implementation Process
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Texas Children's Hospital - The Woodlands Health Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Tunesha Banks

• Kyli Luna

  Hippotherapy Specific Outcome Resources to Improve Insurance Reimbursement Rates
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Children's TherAplay Foundation, Inc
  DCE Site Mentor: Kaylin Shiver
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost

• Analicia Morales

  Sensory Pathway to Support a Calm Body
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Des Plaines CCSD 62
  DCE Site Mentor: Mary Molenda
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Laura Aust, OTD, MS, OTR

• Megan Newton

  Developing Caregiver Education Resources for Increased Implementation of Therapeutic Interventions
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: PediPlay, LLC
  DCE Site Mentor: Barbara Blain
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jennifer Fogo, PhD, OTR

• Taryn Springgate

  A Group-Based Education Program for Caregivers of Children with Sensory Processing Dysfunction
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: North Shore Pediatric Therapy
  DCE Site Mentor: Monica O'Connor
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant, OTD, MS, OTR

• Hannah Tyger

  Designing and Implementing Employee Education Resources for a Residential School Serving Children with Disabilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Damar Services, Inc.
  DCE Site Mentor: Jim Porter
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Laura Aust, OTD, MS, OTR

• Anne Mari West

  Developing Adverse Childhood Experience Education Program to Increase Caregiver Confidence in Providing Adequate Care and Support
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Shepherd Community Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Allen Southerland
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley, MS, OTD, OTR

• Bridget Downs

  Developing Small Group Lessons and Sensory Regulation Strategies in a Head Start Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: LOGAN Community Resources, Inc.
  DCE Site Mentor: Shellie Harris-Jones
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Laura Aust, OTD, MS, OTR

• Tara Martin

  The Effects of Caregiver Participation during Therapeutic Riding with Children with Autism
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Morning Dove Therapeutic Riding, Inc.
  DCE Site Mentor: Matthew Meeks
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenna Trost, OTR

• Brenna Menke

  Party Pooper: A Bowel & Bladder Program for Relieving Chronic Constipation in Pediatrics
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: You're in Control
  DCE Site Mentor: Tara Galles
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Erin Peterson, DHSc, OTR, CHT

• Lauren Ober

  Expansion of the Dancers with Disabilities Program at Kids Dance Outreach
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Kids Dance Outreach
  DCE Site Mentor: Dana Vanderburgh
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jennifer Fogo, PhD, OTR

• Hannah Droste

  Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital (PMCH) Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) Competency
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: St. Vincent Peyton Manning Children's Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Christian Van Zee
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kelsey Peter, OTR

• Jillian Heidenreich

  Disability Awareness Training in the Workplace
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: MSD of Lawrence Township
  DCE Site Mentor: Jill Rusk
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Laura Aust, OTD, MS, OTR

• Megan Johnson

  Disability Education Program for Managers at The Children's Museum
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
  DCE Site Mentor: Shanna Martin
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Erin Peterson, DHSc, OTR, CHT

• Hailey Beneker

  Program Development and Advocacy for Addressing Sex and Intimacy with Cancer Survivors
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cancer Support Community
  DCE Site Mentor: Lora Hays
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Gabrielle Castor

  Program Development of a Peer Mentor Program for the Inpatient SCI Population at the Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
  DCE Site Mentor: Kristin Hull
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Robertson

• Rachel Cole

  Addressing Visual Dysfunction following Neurological Events
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Rehabilitation Hospital North
  DCE Site Mentor: Rachel Boehrer
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant

• Abigail Gettinger

  Improving Quality of Life Within a Hospice Setting through Participation in Meaningful Occupations
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Abbie Hunt Bryce Home
  DCE Site Mentor: Madison Gonzalez
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brenda Howard

• Tristan Flynn Grubbs

  Implementation of a Father-Focused Support Group at IU North NICU
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Health North Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Haley Kroden
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Aust

• Jacqueline Gunther

  Refuge Ranch Mentor Training and Curriculum Development Focusing on Life Skills with Sensory Considerations
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Refuge Ranch
  DCE Site Mentor: Kierra Boyce
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Aust

• Morgan Haney

  A Program for Young Adults within the Community Cancer Survivorship Setting
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cancer Support Community Indiana
  DCE Site Mentor: Lora Hays
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Kylie Harper

  Virtual Group Occupational Therapy for Homebound Veterans and Their Caregivers
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cincinnati VA
  DCE Site Mentor: Jessica Kennedy
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant

• Taylor Henson

  Implementation of an Occupation-Based Screening Tool at Eskenazi Health- EMBRACE Program to Improve Occupational Therapy Referrals
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health EMBRACE Program
  DCE Site Mentor: DeAnna Wesley
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Anna Morrisey

  Rehabilitative Pre-Operative Screening Tool for Cardio-pulmonary Surgery Patients (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Health Methodist Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Samantha Edwards
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Haylee Ottinger

  Integrating Rehab Principles for the Geriatric Population in the Acute Care Setting
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health
  DCE Site Mentor: Rachel McFadden
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Alexandra Retter

  Dexterity and Fine-Motor Program to Improve Occupational Performance in Individuals with Parkinson's Disease
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Reid Health Rock Steady Boxing
  DCE Site Mentor: Matthew Wright
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brenda Howard

• Ethan Roberts

  Health Literacy Intervention for Hand Therapy Patients to Address Compliance
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Athletico Lincoln Park North
  DCE Site Mentor: Kimberly Pontarelli
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant

• Jordan Romero

  Development of a Social Participation & Community Integration Program for the Veteran Population
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Indianapolis VA
  DCE Site Mentor: Marc Zaremski
  Faculty Mentor: Jenna Trost

• Megan Rooks

  Implementing a Life Skills Curriculum to Young Adults and Teens Experiencing Homelessness
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: KIC-IT
  DCE Site Mentor: Katie Schwarz
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant

• Anna Slusser

  Canine-Assisted Interpersonal Development in an Independent Living Setting for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: CASS Housing
  DCE Site Mentor: Chris Stackhouse
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker

• Shanele Tyler

  2-Gen: Occupational therapy approach for intergeneration trauma and family reintegration for female offenders
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Public Advocates in Comunity Re-Entry: P.A.C.E.
  DCE Site Mentor: Breea Vest
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Michael Wroblewski

  Myofascial Release Technique Therapy for Lateral Epicondylitis: A Scoping Review
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: South Bend Orthopaedics
  DCE Site Mentor: Debra Leazenby
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Elizabeth Harris

  Development of Structured Large Motor and Balance Programs to Improve Occupational Performance for Women and Children at Heart Change Ministries
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Heart Change Ministries
  DCE Site Mentor: Cindy Palmer
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kristina Watkins

• Patia Hunt

  Sensory Assessments at the Museum: Evaluating Sensory Features in Exhibits for Community Accessibility
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
  DCE Site Mentor: Betsy Lynn
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley

• Dresden Glover

  Implementation of a Sensory-based Program for Older Adults with Dementia in a Long-term Care Setting
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Four Seasons Health Center, Four Seasons Retirement
  DCE Site Mentor: Amanda Sands
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brenda Howard

• Michele Govern

  Using Tailored Activities to Reduce Behavioral Symptoms for Persons with Dementia in a Memory Care Unit
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Hamilton Trace Family-First Senior Living
  DCE Site Mentor: Kari Patterson
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant

• MacKenzie King

  A Montessori-Based Activity Program in Occupational Therapy for Individuals with Dementia
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Hoosier Village (Hickory Hall)
  DCE Site Mentor: Katie Grissom
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brenda Howard

• Courtney Romatz

  Developing an Evidence-Based Training Manual on Vision Loss for Healthcare Providers and Caregivers (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Bosma
  DCE Site Mentor: Marsha Egan
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brenda Howard

• Elizabeth Siegfried

  Using Social Engagement to Increase Quality of Life Among Older Adults with Progressed Dementia (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Clarendale St. Peters
  DCE Site Mentor: Ryan Muzzey
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brenda Howard

• Sara Skarshaug

  The Role of Occupational Therapy in the Care of Post-Thrombectomy Patients: A Narrative Review
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Munson Medical Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Joe Leppek
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Allie Gartner

  Designing and Implementing Sensory Modulation Rooms for Inpatient Psychiatric Adolescent Units
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: NeuroDiagnostic Institute (NDI)
  DCE Site Mentor: Jenny Weber
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley

• Colin Hauber

  Improving the Health Literacy Program at the NeuroDiagnostic Institute
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: NeuroDiagnostic Institute (NDI)
  DCE Site Mentor: Jenny Weber
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Robertson

• Lauren Kelley

  Program Evaluation in the Trauma Recovery Program at the VA
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Indianapolis VA
  DCE Site Mentor: Jenelle Meyer
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Stephanie McElhaney

  Empowering Brighter Futures: An Occupational Approach to Gaining Life Skills 
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Indianapolis VA
  DCE Site Mentor: Lara Chandler
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Kenzie Salzbrenner

  An Occupation-Based Mental Health Program for Adults with Developmental and/or Intellectual Disabilities at CASS Housing
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: CASS Housing
  DCE Site Mentor: Chris Stackhouse
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker

• Mary Grace Willis

  Developing Evidence-Based OT Assessment and Intervention Binders for an Inpatient Psychiatric Setting 
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Recovery Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Jo Button
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley 

• Jordan Bentley

  The Development and Implementation of Sensory Corners in a School-Based Setting
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Brownsburg Community School District - Brown Elementary
  DCE Site Mentor: Stephanie Borem
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley

• Lindsey Bernzott

  Incorporating Play Based Activities in Pediatric Hand Therapy
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Danielle Sparks
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Kylie Collins

  Sensory Integration in Pediatric Trauma-Informed Care
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Michael's House
  DCE Site Mentor: Teresa Wiles
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kristina Watkins

• Lydia Delamarter

  A Shepherd Community Center Peer Mentorship Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Shepherd Community Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Renee Pitzulo
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brenda Howard

• Alyssa Earls

  Occupational Therapy and Music Therapy Working Together in the NICU
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Texas Children's Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Isabela Maouska
  Faculty Mentor: Laura Aust

• Lexy Hay

  Program Evaluation for the Proposal of Group Therapy Services at a Pediatric Outpatient Clinic
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: The Children's TherAplay Foundation, Inc.
  DCE Site Mentor: Kaylin Shiver
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kristina Watkins

• Sierra Lowe

  Sensory Integration in Therapeutic Riding at Morning Dove Therapeutic Riding Center 
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Morning Dove Therapeutic Riding Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Elizabeth Sadler
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant

• Sammy McLeish

  Montessori Movers: Gross motor & Sensory Integration Activities for the Children's House After School Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Guidepost Montessori - Naperville
  DCE Site Mentor: Rachel Jiminez
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Maddie Parrish

  Swaddle Bathing in the NICU (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Franciscan Health Indianapolis
  DCE Site Mentor: Dava Anderson
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley

• Daria Seccurro

  The Role of Occupational Therapy in Children with Cortical/Cerebral Visual Impairment (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
  DCE Site Mentor: Karen Harpster
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker

• Lyndsey Shepherd

  Myofascial Release as a Treatment Option for Tongue Ties and Other Congenital Issues 
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Health North Hospital
  DCE Site Mentor: Haley Krodel
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor Gurley

• Fatima Tapia

  Creating a Cultural Competence Toolkit for Indiana First Steps Providers (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Possibilities Northeast
  DCE Site Mentor: Chelsea Elder
  Faculty Mentor: Jenna Trost

• Kassidy Beckstein

  A Peer Mentorship Program for Clients at Community Rehabilitation Hospital North
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Rehabilitation Hospital North
  DCE Site Mentor: Tamara Cream
  Faculty Mentor: Kelsey Robertson

• Rachel Jones

  Social Participation Resources for Special Needs Sunday School Classrooms
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Northview Church Carmel Campus
  DCE Site Mentor: Shana Gaylor
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kristina Watkins

• Skyla Jones

  Sensory Friendly Training Program and Resources for Special Needs Ministry Volunteers
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Church of the Highlands - Highlands Haven
  DCE Site Mentor: Susan Pannell
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alissia Garabrant

• Morgan Cole

  Development of a Consulting Program: Improving Access to Feeding Therapy Services and Increasing Health Literacy for Caregivers and Children with Eating Difficulties (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Feeding Friends Children's Feeding Clinic & Therapy Services
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Hannah Hackman

  Caring for the Caregivers: An Educational Program for Caregivers of those with a Neurodegenerative Disease
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Schneck Medical Center
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden, Dr. Christine Kroll

• Molly Johnson

  Parent Support Group Guide: Burn Injuries
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Riley Children's Hospital
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Colleen Wasemann

• Hanna Rose

  Developing, Implementing, and Evaluating a Respite Care Program: Impact on the Psychological Well-being of Caregivers of Children with Disabilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Noblesville First United Methodist Church
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Claire Allen

  Self-Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cancer Support Community
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Jenny Ashton

  Addressing Social Participation and Quality of Life in Older Adults: Implementation of a Group Reminiscence Therapy Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cumberland Trace Family-first Senior Living
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kate DeCleene Huber

• Emma Baldwin

  A Comprehensive Evaluation of the COTAD Chapters Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: The Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity (virtual)
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brenda Howard

• Angella Chen

  A Doctoral Capstone Experience with Federal Affairs at the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA): Policy, Advocacy, and Diversity
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: AOTA
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker

• Ally Delks

  Establishing a Nature-Based Mindfulness Program at the Flanner House Community Center of Indianapolis
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Flanner House
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Vesneek (Vaz) Dhani

  Supporting Students Facing Occupational Injustice in Higher Education
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: UIndy Office of Inclusion and Equity
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Jasmine Everfield

  Impact of Performance Patterns on Occupational Performance of Individuals in Transitional Housing
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Volunteers of America - Canal Single Room Occupancy (SRO)
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Ariel Galliher

  Developing Social & Life Skills of College Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: UIndy BUILD Program
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenny Fogo

• Cecilia Heckert

  Enhancing Culturally Competent Care in a Level III NICU: A Pilot Study
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Indiana University Health North
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Madeline Hunter

  Creating Community: OT's Role in Program Development for Adults with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner:  Village of Merici
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Thomas Jacocks

  Design and Implementation of Virtual Occupation-Based Programs to Increase Health and Well-Being of Cancer Survivors
  Doctoral Capstone Partner:  Cancer Support Community of Central Indiana
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Paige McIntire

  Occupational Therapy in Juvenile Justice: Educating Staff on a TBRI and Sensory Approach
  Doctoral Capstone Partner:  Dickinson Juvenile Justice Center
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Laura McKay

  Multifaceted Ergonomics Program to Decrease Risk Factors of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health
  Faculty Mentor: Alissia Garabrant

• Jeffrey Moore

  Virtual Reality (VR) in Burn Rehabilitation: The Impact of Training Protocols on Rehabilitation Staff Comfortability, Confidence & Satisfaction in VR Treatments
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health
  Faculty Mentor: Alissia Garabrant

• Kelly Randall

  Health Literacy and the Importance of Accessible Resources for Individuals with ALS
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Les Turner ALS Foundation
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Corrine Sisson

  Implementing a Small Group for Young Adults with Disabilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Northview Church
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Kendra Voth

  Perceived Effectiveness of Occupation-based Kits in Improving Occupational Performance Among Refugees
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Catholic Charities of Indianapolis Refugee and Immigrant Services
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenny Fogo

• Allie Watkins

  Burnout Program for Forensic Nurses Working in the Emergency Room during COVID-19
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: The Center of Hope - Peyton Manning Children's Hospital
  Faculty Mentor: Alissia Garabrant

• Kelsey Yerem

  Improving Quality of life in an Assisted Living Facility: A Life Review Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Aspen Trace Senior Living
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kate DeCleene Huber

• Hanah Batchelor

  Exploring the Seven Dimensions of Wellness for Improved Quality of Life and Satisfaction
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Franciscan Senior Health & Wellness PACE Program
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker

• Gracyn Conner

  Feasibility Study and Business Model for an ICU Follow-Up Clinic
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community North Hospital
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Brenda Howard

• Emily Hess

  Cognitive Based Social Groups for Guests at Independent Adult Day Center
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Independent Adult Day Center
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Isabel Mazanowski

  Developing a Group Exercise Program for Older Adults to Impact Social Participation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Anytime Fitness - Fishers/Indianapolis
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker

• Catherine Salo

  A Need for Post-Stroke Follow-up Procedures Following Discharge from Veterans Affairs Medical Facilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Roudebush VA Medical Center
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Rachel Salyers

  Providing Accessible Lifestyle Redesign-Inspired Wellness Programming to Older Adults during COVID-19
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Ohio State University Extension Franklin County Office
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Rachael Struewing

  Effectiveness of Inpatient Rehabilitation Occupational Therapy Support Groups with Persons with an Acquired Brain Injury and their Perceived Quality of Life
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Rehabilitation Hospital South
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Beth Ann Walker

• Allison Trimpe

  How to Cope When Someone Says "Alzheimer's"
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Joy's House - UIndy
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Allisia Garabrant

Kayla Mitchell

Establishing an Occupation-Based Dance Program in the Inpatient Psychiatric Setting
Doctoral Capstone Partner: Neurodiagnostic Institute (NDI)
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Shannon Bouchard

  Establishing a Facility Dog in a School System
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Beech Grove City Schools
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenny Fogo

• Elizabeth Brock

  Healing Horseshoes: Equine-Assisted Therapy Program for Children Diagnosed with ASD
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: BC Stables and Training Center
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Kristen Dyson

  Exploring Factors Related to Foster Parent Retention (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: The Villages of Indiana
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Kirby Jones

  Doctoral Capstone Experience at Safe Families for Children
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Safe Families for Children, Central Indiana
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Tara Nastoff

  Enhancing the Emotional Literacy in Elemetary-Aged Children: Mitigating ACE-related Negative Outcomes
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Flanner House
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Colleen Wasemann

• Moriam Olorunoje

  Implementation of an Online Educational Module for Parents of Minority Children with ADHD and Autism
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: New York City Department of Education
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Colleen Wasemann

• Cassidy Stinson

  Improving Parent Education in a Level III NICU
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Health North Hospital NICU
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Erika Wilson

  Employability Development: A Two Generation Approach
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Reach for Youth
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Colleen Yeldell

  Establishing Routines for Sensory and Emotional Regulation in Schools
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Westerville City Schools - Columbus, Ohio
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Kathryn Haskell

  Developing a Volunteer Training Program for Inclusive Service Delivery in Children's Ministry
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Hazelwood Christian Church
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Melody White

  Special Needs Ministry Video Training
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Emmanuel Church
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Brooke Badskey

  Transitioning into Adulthood: Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: CASS Housing
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Penny Moyers

• Contessa Brown

  A Mental Health and Wellness Program Evaluation: The Need for Occupational Therapy Services at the Dayton Fire Department
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Dayton Fire Department
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Penny Moyers

• Mindy Delph

  Creating a Demonstration Library to Implement Occupation-Based Interventions in Hand Therapy
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Replay Physical Therapy
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lucinda Dale

• Hanna Elliott

  Engagement in Leisure and Wellness Group for Traumatic Brain Injury and Stroke Survivors for Improved Community Reintegration and Quality of Life
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Rehabilitation Hospital North
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden

• Elizabeth Erb

  Social Participation Program for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Village of Merici
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Penny Moyers

• Tori Faulkner

  Implementation of Animal Assisted Therapy for Individuals with Dementia
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: University Heights
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Pamela Hess

  Implementation of the Comprehensive Operating Room Ergonomics (CORE) Program for Surgeons through Occupational Therapy Approach: A Pilot Study
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Department of Surgery
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Penny Moyers

• Cheyenne Kern

  Replacing the Occupation of Addiction: Promoting the Role of Motherhood in Recovery
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Dove Recovery House for Women
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Erin Peterson

• Kathryn Kittaka

  Preparation for Return to Community Life: Support for Brain Injury Survivors Post-Rehabilitation
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden

• Hannah Klemp

  Preparing for the Transition from Driver to Passenger: An Educational Group (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Health Network Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation - Fort Benjamin Harrison
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden

• Kelsey LeMond

  Occupational Therapy's Role within Public Advocates in Community Re-entry (PACE)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: PACE
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Erin Peterson

• Lindsey Newhart

  Delirium Prevention at Community Hospital North: A Doctoral Capstone Experience
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Hospital North
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Erin Peterson

• Amy Ragle

  Injury Prevention, Ergonomics, and Wellness in the Workplace
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Crossroads Industrial Services and Techna-Fit
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Erin Peterson

• Jennifer Schepers

  Getting Started in Vision Rehabilitation: Educating the Occupational Therapy Team
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Daviess County Community Hospital - CORE Center
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden

• Lesly Solares

  Effectiveness of Yoga as an Addition to Standard Rehabilitation: A Doctoral Capstone Project
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Community Rehabilitation Hospital North
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lucinda Dale

• Davis Christy

  Leadership and Person-Centered Care Training in Adult Day Services
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: A Caring Place Adult Day Services
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Brittany Finigan

  Addressing Low Vision in a Skilled Nursing Facility
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Altenheim Senior Living Cardon & Associates, Inc.
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Gabrielle Ingram

  Survivor's Day Out: An Exploration of Community-Based Leisure Participation Among Individuals Affected by Cancer
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cancer Support Community Central Indiana
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Madison Kovacs

  Tail of Survivorship: An Animal-Assisted Support Group for Cancer Survivors (video link not available)
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cancer Support Community Central Indiana
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Tamzyn Mather

  The Implementation of a Dementia Friendly Community: Village of Oak Park
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Village of Oak Park
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lucinda Dale

• Kayla Olson

  Evidence-Based Practice and Facilitating a Sustainable Change
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lori Breeden

• Hannah Patton

  Implementation of Occupational Therapy in Driving Evaluations for Older Adult Veterans
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Cincinnati VA Medical Center
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Erin Peterson

• Nicole Scholl

  Implementation of Health Literacy Strategies into the OT Health and Wellness Program (OT-HAWP) for Underserved Cancer Survivors
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Eskenazi Health Oncology Clinic
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Katie Polo

• Shelby Sexton

  The Importance of Life Stories for Increasing Activity Engagement in Memory Care
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Jill's House
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Samantha Wallenberg

  LGBTQ+ Dementia Partners Community Group: Addressing the Need for Advocacy and Support
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Howard Brown Health - Sheridan
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Mika Coffey-Lumpkin

  Program Development for Individuals in a Safe Haven Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Anthem Blue Triangle Safe Haven Program
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Raquel Sauder

  Youth Program Development for Heart Change Ministries: An Occupational Therapy Perspective
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Heart Change Ministries
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Christine Kroll

• Sarah Burke

  Wellness in Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatry
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: NeuroDiagnostic Institute
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Kandyse Kaizer

  A Mental Health and Occupational Performance Promotion Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Franciscan Health Lafayette YMCA
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Penny Moyers

• Taylor Welch

  Establishing Occupation-Based Wellness for Clients in an Inpatient Mental Health Setting
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: NeuroDiagnostic Institute
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lucinda Dale

• Sydney Denhart

  Incorporation of the Astronaut Training Protocol into Pediatric Occupational Therapy
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Kids Count Therapy
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Sydney Elliott

  Occupational Therapy's Role in the NICU: Increasing Clinical Skills, Comprehension, and Competence
  
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital (TriHealth)
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Ellen Hodson

  Trauma Informed Care Training for Volunteers Working with Vulnerable Children and Families
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Safe Families for Children
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Kaitlynne James

  A Doctoral Capstone Experience: The Focus on Developmental Milestones for Preschool Curriculum Development at the YMCA
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Parkview Huntington Family YMCA
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenny Fogo

• Megan Julian

  A Doctoral Capstone Experience: Sibling-Focused Programming
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Indiana
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann

• Megan Kraft

  Increasing Social Participation for Individuals with Disabilities in Rural Communities
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: All Star Tumbling and Inspired Grounds Cafe
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenny Fogo

• Julie Larson

  Pediatric Advanced Clinical Skills: Burn Injuries, Complex Medical Conditions, and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Riley Hospital for Children
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Lucinda Dale

• Stefani Manchick

  The Evaluation of a NICU Follow-Up Clinic
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: IU Health North Hospital
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Olivia Milliner

  Occupational Therapy's Role in Trauma Informed Children's Ministry
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Traders Point Christian Church
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenny Fogo

• Ellen Shepherd

  Occupational Therapy Based Techniques and Activities in the Home Following a Dolphin-Assisted Therapy Program
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Island Dolphin Care
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenny Fogo

• Savanah Wagner

  NICU Clinical Skills & Staff Education on Neonatal Sensory Exposure
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Franciscan Health Indianapolis NICU
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Alison Nichols

• Kailan Henderson

  The Development of a Sexual Health Workshop for Parents of Individuals with Autism
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Autism Society of Indiana
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jenny Fogo

• Kasey Otte

  Caregiver Perspective on Sexual Health and Safety Education in the Special Education Setting
  Doctoral Capstone Partner: Elim Christian Services
  Faculty Mentor: Dr. Taylor McGann