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Background

Jacie Schneider joined Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences in May 2024 as a clinical assistant professor and doctoral capstone coordinator in the Division of Occupational Therapy. She comes to ßÙßÇÂþ»­ from Long Island, N.Y., where she practiced occupational therapy in adult outpatient, skilled nursing and home care settings. Schneider is a certified rocksteady boxing for Parkinson's coach and is passionate about the use of this program in both the Parkinson's and geriatric population.

Education

• OTD, Nova Southeastern, Tampa, Fla.
• BS, Long Island University, Brookville, N.Y.

Research Interests

• Exploring gaps in the education of occupational therapists in addressing the needs of the LGBTQ+ community
• Use of 3D printing in creating assistive technology for low-SES communities

Clinical Interests

• Creating standardized assessments for older adults to improve relevance to occupations within the geriatric population
• Creating accessible and affordable DME for seniors

Teaching Interests

• Professional reasoning
• Research skills
• Assistive technology
• Advocacy