Good Fit / Poor Fit

By Sarah Pruett, OTR/L @ The UD Project

Exploring the interaction between people, design, and activity. Good Fit Poor Fit is a podcast from The UD Project, a small business focused on universal design and housing with a mission to increase ... more

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The podcast currently has 113 episodes available.

Good Fit / Poor Fit episodes:

April 06, 2020 013: Good Bathroom Design is a Confidence Builder
Kati, an occupational therapy student, shares a story about how her client was able to look and feel her best for a special event because her bathroom was universally designed.
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12min
March 31, 2020 012: Social distancing, isolation, and mental health
Our thoughts: Social distancing is now mandatory in the US due to COVID-19, but some people with disabilities experience social isolation every day.
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28min
March 27, 2020 011: Are “stramps” universally designed?
We discuss how the internet isn't always accurate in the description of universal design, and what our Design Advisors thought of this ramp/stair design.
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20min
March 23, 2020 010: When you question if that backyard party is worth it or not
A backyard party at someone's home turns from excitement to heartbreak when you have to question if you can attend the due to inaccessibility.
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7min
March 22, 2020 009: Benefits of a Well-Designed Garden
Sarah discusses how her friend increased the functionality of her garden by using raised garden beds and how an outdoor space improves mental health.
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8min
March 17, 2020 008: Research about interprofessional design
We discuss 3 themes from a peer-reviewed article: form versus function, the earlier the better, and universal design as a specialist area.
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16min
March 11, 2020 007: Do no-step entrances matter?
Of course they do. We're talking about universal design! Listen to Julie & Jackson's story. You'll learn about what they have to do just to visit family or friends.
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8min
March 02, 2020 006: Mail & Macular Degeneration
Kati recounts a story about a patient who broke a hip and had struggles with a common yet meaningful task.
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February 28, 2020 005: Small garages don’t work well.
Sarah shares a story & some thoughts about the functionality of parking areas. It's the little things that make a big difference for universal design!
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February 15, 2020 004: Invisible Disabilities & Universal Design
Sarah and Kati talk about various universal design features to increase function for those living with invisible disabilities.
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29min

FAQs about Good Fit / Poor Fit:

How many episodes does Good Fit / Poor Fit have?

The podcast currently has 113 episodes available.