By: Megan Keating. Recreation is defined by Merriam-Webster as “refreshment of strengths and spirits”. .
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Recreation is defined by Merriam-Webster as “refreshment of
strengths and spirits”.
http://www.merriam-webster.com
Therapeutic Recreation is…
Therapeutic Recreation is the collaboration of treatment,
leisure activities, and recreation services to
enhance the quality of life of individuals with physical, cognitive, emotional, or
social limitations. (Keating, 2011)
Who?
Mental Health Elderly Youth at Risk People recovering
from severe injuries
People with Disabilities Physical Cognitive Behavioral Social
Where? Hospitals
Nursing Facilities Residential Settings
Community Settings
Outpatient Facilities
Day Treatment Centers
Schools Correctional
Facilities
Therapeutic Recreation Services
Fitness Special Olympics Therapeutic
horseback riding Dances Music Aquatics Theatre Arts & Crafts Community Outings
After school programs Sensory activities Games Summer camps Gardening Sports Special interest groups Volunteering Day Trips
TR Outcomes
Increased emotional control
Improved physical condition
Improved mobility Improved communication
skills Decreased
symptoms of depression
Improved social skills
Increased leisure knowledge
Increased life satisfaction
Increased cognitive abilities
Friendship development
Reduced anxiety Independence
Success Story STARS Program
Through AID: Association for Individual Development and FVSRA
Became involved this past summer Day program for adults with
developmental disabilities Members of the STARS Program are
individuals who live in group homes and need a place to go during the day
Stars Program provides these individuals with the opportunity to participate in daily activities that include exercise, community outings, volunteerism, cooking, gardening, and much more.
Continued… Prior to involvement in
the STARS program, members were:
SedentaryLacked social
interactionHealth Concerns
Poor Diet Little to no community
involvement
After STARS Involvement…
Members experienced many positive changes
Many lost significant weight due to daily exercising
Became active members of the community, volunteering their time at least 3 times a week
Built friendships with others in program
Learned how to handle money and act in public settings from community outings
Improved eating habits, by participating in healthy cooking sessions each week
Improved communication skills
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