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Media Project Reflection - "Grooming Caddy"







     This media project allowed me to use my creativity to create something that would be meaningful to others.  One of my major takeaways from this assignment was how you can use such simple materials to create a completely unique tool that could be helpful to someone.  When brainstorming, I wasn't sure how I could create something unique out of a laundry detergent container.  However, after thinking through what my client Joe needed, it suddenly came to me that I could use a laundry detergent box to make grooming easier for Joe.  After doubting that I would be able to create something unique, that was my "ah-ha" moment.

     I learned that just because something doesn't exist that you can buy, it doesn't mean that it can't be made.  For me, I was surprised looking at my final product knowing that the main items I used were a laundry detergent box, velcro, and duct tape.  Also, I realized that my finished product can be adapted to meet a client's specific needs.  I chose general items that I believed Joe would use for grooming.  However, the product, which I call the "grooming caddy" could be made to accommodate specific items used by all kinds of clients.  I also believe this could be adapted to help those with multiple diagnoses and those who have specific challenges regarding grooming.  The more I brainstormed while completing this project, the more I realized that the possibilities are endless.  

     I think completing this assignment will be very helpful in other assignments, as well as clinical work.  In the future, I feel that I will be more open to creating things.  I have never been very confident in my creativity, however, I feel now that I will have more confidence in my ability to create new things.  I also feel that I will have a better ability to look at my client's needs and brainstorm things that would be useful in interventions and will make their everyday life easier.

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