Assessment Tool for Pet Ownership in the Older Adult Population (POAT)

Author

Eva Petrik, Cleveland State University

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Committee Members

Dr. Karen Keptner, Dr. Katherine Judge, Dr. Robin Chilton

Abstract

Having a pet can be a meaningful occupation that promotes healthy aging. Many older adults may have difficulty taking care of pets. This capstone focused on the development of an assessment tool to evaluate the challenges of pet ownership for older adults and identify supports needed to maintain pet ownership.

Creative Commons License

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Publication Date

Spring 2023

Keywords

animal, elderly, social isolation, aging, animal-assisted, occupational therapy

Disciplines

Occupational Therapy

Recommended Citation

Petrik, Eva, "Assessment Tool for Pet Ownership in the Older Adult Population (POAT)" (2023). Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters. 32.
https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/ot_capstone_posters/32