Kathleen T. Foley

Kathleen T. Foley is a faculty member at Brenau University, where she has been teaching since 2013. She holds a PhD in Higher Education from Indiana University-Bloomington, a Master of Science in Instructional Systems Technology, and an undergraduate degree in Occupational Therapy from Quinnipiac University. Her academic work spans teaching, research, and professional leadership in occupational therapy and geriatric rehabilitation.

Education:

• PhD in Higher Education – Indiana University-Bloomington
• MS in Instructional Systems Technology – Indiana University-Bloomington
• BS in Occupational Therapy – Quinnipiac University

Dr. Foley's research focuses on maximizing occupational performance in older adults, particularly in long-term care settings. She has investigated health disparities, such as toileting access among Black older adults in skilled nursing facilities, supported by intramural grant funding. Her expertise includes neurorehabilitation, interprofessional education, and clinical assessment of adults and older adults.

Her recent publications span from 2014 to 2024, covering areas such as acute care occupational therapy, geriatric rehabilitation, client-centered practice, and interprofessional education in nursing homes. The works reflect a strong commitment to evidence-based practice, equity in care, and improving functional outcomes in aging populations.

Scientific Awards and Professional Leadership:

• Past President, Indiana Occupational Therapy Association
• Secretary, American Occupational Therapy Association

Dr. Foley actively supervises thesis and capstone projects in occupational therapy programs and has presented her work at state and national conferences. She has been involved in developing clinical education models and promoting interprofessional collaboration. While no specific grants are named beyond intramural funding, her research agenda demonstrates sustained scholarly productivity and institutional support.

She is actively engaged in professional service and curriculum development, contributing to national educational resources in geriatrics and occupational therapy. No lab or research team is explicitly mentioned, but her collaborative publications suggest team-based research efforts.