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The Heartwarming Reasons Recreational Therapists Love What They Do
Recreational therapists are passionate about their work for a multitude of reasons, and their dedication shines through in their responses. We asked three social media groups on Facebook: what are things about rec therapy that you love? These three groups included:...
A Dementia Care Resource For Love And Connection
About the book: I Am So Thankful Discover a heartfelt resource designed to foster meaningful connections for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. I Am So Thankful offers a simple and engaging approach, featuring captivating images and corresponding Q&A...
Maria’s Place: Elevating the Lives of Older Adults
Maria's Place is on a mission to positively impact the lives of older adults by providing uplifting and purposeful content, support, and resources to maintain or enhance their quality of life. The platform offers a free library of over 700 activities that cater to...
Unveiling The Child Life Chronicles: Stories from the Field – A Must-Read for CCLS Professionals and Pediatric Specialists!
Exciting news for Certified Child Life Specialist professionals and those working in pediatrics! The Child Life Chronicles: Stories from the Field is set to launch on December 12th, 2023. This collection features stories from specialists worldwide, sharing their...
Unleash Your Creativity: Your Art Class – Unlocking the Artist Within
About Connie Chapman: Connie Chapman, the visionary behind "Your Art Class," hails from Mobile, Alabama, and later settled in New Orleans. She pursued art while completing a bachelor's degree in Elementary education with a minor in art. Chapman polished her artistic...
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Unleashing the Power of Recreational Therapy: Educating the Treatment Team
Hey there, fellow advocates for the power of recreational therapy! It's time to unleash the potential of our field by effectively educating our allied professionals on the treatment team. Recreational therapy is more than just activities – it's a...
Unveiling the Frustrations in Recreational Therapy: Addressing Professional Concerns and Seeking Recognition
We asked the RT/TR social media grouo o. Face book am open ended question: What are things about rec therapy that you don't like. Based on the responses to the open-ended question survey regarding things about recreational therapy that professionals dislike,...
8 Ways Recreational Therapists Can Apply Positive Psychology
By Danny Pettry Positive psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on the scientific study of human flourishing and well-being. It aims to understand and promote the factors that contribute to a fulfilling and meaningful life. Rather than solely...
20 Positive Psychology Activity Ideas
By Danny Pettry. 20 positive psychology activity ideas -- great for therapeutic group activities: 1. Title: Gratitude Jar Goals: Encouraging participants to focus on the positive aspects of their lives, fostering a sense of gratitude. Benefits: Promotes positive...
The Healing Power of Recreational Therapy
Introduction: Recreational therapy, often referred to as therapeutic recreation, harnesses the power of leisure and recreational activities to improve the physical, emotional, and social well-being of individuals with illness or disabling conditions. Offering a wide...
10 Ideas for Traveling Rec Therapists
Traveling recreational therapists have the unique opportunity to combine their passion for therapeutic activities with the excitement of exploring new places. If you are a recreational therapist looking to embark on a travel adventure, here are some ideas to consider:...
101 easy to use mindfulness prompts
1. Take a moment to notice something red in your environment. What draws your attention and how does the color make you feel? 2. Close your eyes and focus on your breath. Notice the sensation of the air flowing in and out of your nostrils. How does it feel? 3. What...
Embracing the Power of Recreation
Recreation therapists have a unique gift for harnessing the power of play and leisure activities to promote healing, growth, and overall well-being. By creating engaging and purposeful experiences, they help individuals build confidence, develop new skills, and find...
🌟 Appreciating Recreational Therapists! 🌟
Today, we want to take a moment to recognize and express our heartfelt appreciation to all the incredible recreational therapists out there. Your dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others through leisure activities is truly...
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