Improving the quality of services for families and their children
with special needs in the communities in which they live.
Child and Family Studies Research Programs is a part of the Occupational Therapy Department, College of Health Professions, at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia.

Program Goals

  • Conduct research studies, develop data-based training programs and demonstrate evidence-based models in order to establish best practices for families and their infants, toddlers, and young children with disabilities (or those who are at risk for developmental disabilities)
  • Institutionalize the outcomes of our research, training, and demonstration activities within typical systems of care by translating research into practice
  • Provide opportunities for students from Jefferson College of Health Professions to learn and experience best practices as part of their pre- and post- professional training experiences.
Programs of Research
    Professional Development Assistive Technology