Mallory Rosche

Mallory Rosche is an Associate Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at the College of Allied Health Sciences, Augusta University. She is actively engaged in teaching, research, and service, with a strong focus on rehabilitation for individuals with low vision and mental health challenges across the lifespan.

Her research interests center on occupational therapy interventions that enhance psychosocial well-being, particularly in older adults with low vision. She has conducted a systematic review on this topic, highlighting evidence-based practices. Her work bridges clinical practice with community engagement, emphasizing functional independence and quality of life.

The recent publication reflects a strong trend in interdisciplinary rehabilitation research, combining gerontology, vision science, and mental health. Her scholarship contributes to the growing body of evidence supporting holistic, client-centered care in occupational therapy.

• Outstanding Occupational Therapy Practitioner 2020
• Nominee, Outstanding Individual Advocate Award (Walton Options for Independent Living, 2017)
• Nominee, Outstanding Individual Advocate Award (Walton Options for Independent Living, 2016)
• 2016 Outstanding Alumnus from Occupational Therapy
• NBC 26 Woman to Watch (2015)

Dr. Rosche has made significant contributions to academic and community service. She chairs the Department Alumni Affairs Committee and serves on multiple academic and student affairs committees. She mentors students through fieldwork and instruction in courses such as Pediatric Evaluation & Intervention and Adult Evaluation & Intervention. While no grants are explicitly mentioned, her leadership in clinical and community programs indicates active program development and outreach.

She directs the Low Vision Rehabilitation Clinic and Steps of Grace: Ballet for Special Needs, demonstrating a strong commitment to translational practice and inclusive community programming. These initiatives reflect her integrative approach to therapy, combining clinical rigor with creative, person-centered interventions.