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Creating opportunities for occupational development using the concerns report method.
Leanne Leclair1, Sophia Ali2, Marcia Finlayson3
1a Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences , University of Manitoba , Winnipeg , Manitoba , Canada.
Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy
|October 4, 2018
Summary
Community-based research identified parent needs for children's occupational development. Engaging parents in service planning ensures supports meet identified needs for child development.
Area of Science:
- Occupational therapy
- Community-based participatory research
- Child development
Background:
- Limited research exists on community involvement in promoting children's occupational development.
- Occupational development is crucial for children's overall well-being and participation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify community supports that can enhance occupational development in young children using the Concerns Report Method (CRM).
- To understand parent and service provider perspectives on community supports for children's occupational development.
Main Methods:
- Conducted interviews and focus groups with parents (n=29) and service providers (n=11).
- Utilized content analysis to identify key themes: availability, barriers/facilitators, transitions, and connections.
- Administered an online survey to a larger sample of parents (n=319) and service providers (n=47).
- Held a community forum to discuss findings and develop action plans.
Main Results:
- Parents prioritized childcare, community school supports, preschool programs, and integrated service locations.
- Service providers emphasized identifying developmental concerns, parenting education, father-inclusive programs, and co-located services including medical care.
Conclusions:
- Service providers must actively engage parents and incorporate their perspectives to ensure community supports align with identified needs.
- Occupational therapists can effectively contribute to children's occupational development by employing community-based participatory research approaches.
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