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Coloring Capstone
11/2025
Appears in Patient Centered Population Health NUR 4615
Abstract
Introduction: Capstone Adaptive Learning & Therapy Centers, Inc. (CALT) serves adults with disabilities through educational activities and life skill training. The identified issue was the need for opportunities that foster creativity and social-interaction. Research findings show nature-based art activities reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance social connections.
Aims: The purpose of this project is to increase community belonging and emotional well-being for adults with disabilities. After the participants will: (1) Discuss how art provides a method for self-expression, improves mood, and emotional well-being; (2) Describe how sensory art experiences to support relaxation, improve emotional regulation, and reduce anxiety; and (3) Complete a nature-based art activity to increase social interaction.
Methods: The group collected empty food cans at the UWF Nursing building. Art supplies and plastic plant inserts, so the cans could be utilized as planters, were donated by the team. An infographic was created to guide the activity, using color to express feelings.
Results: Sixty-five empty food cans were collected. There were two events: (1) participants created a personalized can, during a nature-based painting activity; and (2) each participant's art can was attached to the fence. Each of the displayed cans will be used as a flower pot. Additional cans were designed into the Capstone TEC logo to enhance the display. Feedback from both events was positive.
Conclusion: Art increases social interactions for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This project promoted creativity, emotional expression, and social interaction. Engaging in this nature-based activity enhanced participants’ emotional well-being and sense of community.
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- Title
- Coloring Capstone
- Resource Type
- Presentation
- Contributors
- Sallie J Shipman (Faculty Mentor) - University of West Florida, Usha Kundu, MD College of Health
- Copyright
- © the authors
- Identifiers
- 99381544180306600
- Academic Unit
- School of Nursing; Usha Kundu, MD College of Health; Population Health
- Language
- English