Abstract
This thesis combines the disciplines of occupational science, occupational therapy, and agriculture in order to outline a need for additional financial funding for the Kentucky AgrAbility Program. The Program has made a phenomenal impact on the lives of many individuals who have suffered from farm-related injuries; however, the scope and quality of its services are limited due to constricted access to funds. Through examining and exploring literature available on the topic, a need and argument for additional funding is constructed. Current partnerships are explored and methods of improvement, including an employee training course, are proposed. A new partnership with the Kentucky FFA Association is suggested through identifying potential benefits to both students and clients. A need for healthcare education focused on effectively treating agriculturalists is identified and analyzed. Student curriculum and continuing education units are suggested. An occupational science perspective is used to shed additional light on why AgrAbility’s services are so important to farmers with disabilities. To conclude, an argument is made for more funding allowing the Kentucky AgrAbility Program to expand its services to address mental health concerns. The information presented will ultimately result in providing enhanced services to Kentucky’s agriculturalists.
Semester/Year of Award
Fall 12-9-2019
Mentor
Julie Duckart
Mentor Professional Affiliation
Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
Access Options
Open Access Thesis
Document Type
Bachelor Thesis
Degree Name
Honors Scholars
Degree Level
Bachelor's
Department
Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
Department Name when Degree Awarded
Occupational Therapy
Recommended Citation
Goodman, Leah D., "Funding the Field: A Literature Review of the Kentucky AgrAbility Program’s Financial Need to Assist Agricultural Workers Across the Commonwealth" (2019). Honors Theses. 666.
https://encompass.eku.edu/honors_theses/666
