Recreational therapy

Greetings love bugs 🐛... I hope that you are well. Im excited to introduce another modality that I offer as one of my services! What is Recreational Therapy? Recreational Therapy (RT) uses play, creative arts, and activities to support healing, well-being, and personal growth. Through guided recreation, individuals can connect with themselves, others, and their environment in meaningful ways. Benefits of Recreational Therapy: Enhances emotional well-being Reduces stress and anxiety ...

What is Therapeutic Recreation? And Why is it Important?

Recreational therapy is also known as therapeutic recreation and it can benefit a wide range of patients. This systematic process utilizes Activity-based treatment to help the patient. Benefits of this treatment include: illnesses, disabling conditions, psychological issues, physical health, and well-being. You might be wondering what does a recreational therapist do?

What makes Recreational Therapy unique?

Did you know that painting, writing, singing and dancing are all different forms of therapeutic recreational therapy? In celebration of Recreational Therapy Month, we invite you to have some fun and relax your mind and body. Here are four recreational therapeutic activities you can perform from the comfort of your home.

Recreational self-care is the act of doing enjoyable activities or hobbies in your free time to relax, reduce stress, and promote good mental and physical

By integrating these unique ideas into your practice, you can enhance the effectiveness of your recreational therapy programs and create a more engaging and supportive environment for your clients #recreation #rectherapist #recreationtherapist #rectherapy #recreationaltherapy #therapeuticrecreation #ctrs #rectherapylife #mentalhealth #holistichealth #positiveaging #positivethinking #postivequotes #seniorliving #caretaker #activitydirector #selfcare #changequotes #nursing #inclusion…

Discover the benefits of mindful play with engaging recreational activities that boost your mental health! Explore creative and fun ways to unwind, relax, and reconnect with yourself. Embrace the joy of play for a healthier mind and happier life! #MentalWellness #SelfCare #Mindfulness #JoyfulLiving

🚨ALERT🚨 We are SO EXCITED to announce that we have partnered with @hodgepodge.creative to create an ✨exclusive✨ #ATRABAMA sticker for in-person #ACON22 attendees. Did you know that Birmingham is called the Magic City? Claire was able to incorporate that fun fact with our theme "Experience Recreational Therapy" to create the most perfect sticker! We will be selling these at the ATRA booth- you won't want to miss this. Limited Quantity!

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Recreation Therapy Tree- during my groups I had residents make 'leisure leaves' that depicted their favorite leisure activities. Then added them to a tree cut out. Posted on my office door to promote Recreation Therapy and a fun decoration for fall! #recreationtherapy #fallfun

Activities have the power to engage mental health clients in groups where they learn knowledge and skills to cope with the challenges they face. Use these activities to make your groups fun.

Equipment: blindfolds, variety of obstacles, boundaries Rules · Put numerous obstacles on the ground in a path about 10-15 feet wide and 25 feet long. Natural obstacles are fine, but make sure it is safe. · Several people are blindfolded and expected to make it to the end of the dangerous minefield without touching any of the objects or “mines.” · Other people are appointed to lead them through safely with only verbal commands. · If the blindfolded participant touches a mine they must start…

Practice self-reflection with this art-based activity and celebrate the unique things that make you – you, and the people and communities that surround and support you.