Professor Dr. Colleen Mcgrath

Biography

Colleen McGrath is an Associate Professor at Western University in the School of Occupational Therapy. Her research focuses on the occupational needs of older adults experiencing age-related vision loss, including conditions such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. McGrath employs critical theoretical approaches, incorporating critical gerontology and disability studies into her work. By utilizing qualitative methods and participatory approaches to data collection, she aims to provide a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by older adults with vision loss. Her publications reflect her commitment to this area, with notable articles in peer-reviewed journals discussing assistive technology, social networks and occupational engagement, the impact of dementia on participation, and critical analyses of disability experiences. As a leading researcher in her field, McGrath also supervises graduate students, guiding research on various topics related to health and rehabilitation sciences, and is actively involved in several professional organizations.

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