Recreation Therapy

Recreation Therapy is the use of meaningful leisure and recreation in order to improve well-being and quality of life.

Recreation therapy is a person-centered process, YOU have a say! Activities are chosen based on your past and previous leisure interests, and your desired goals.

There are a number of benefits of participating in meaningful leisure pursuits.

These benefits may include:

• Increased confidence and self-esteem

• Reduced feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression

• Improved coping skills

• Increased relationships with people with similar interests

• Enhanced well-being and quality of life

• Increased strength

• Increased cognitive functioning

• Increased independence

• Increased community and personal leisure resources

• Improved mood

• Improved focus

• Improved creativity

Assessment

The purpose of an assessment is to determine your goals and interests in order to determine how I can support you in enhancing your leisure pursuits.

Intervention

Intervention can seem like a scary word, but it’s not! An intervention is an activity or program that is designed to help you reach your desired goals.

Check-In’s/ Follow Up’s

Check in’s and follow-ups are designed for you to share your experiences with the program. This is your oppurtunity to share your victories and concerns, so appropriate changes can be made.

Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association

https://www.alberta-tr.ca/

Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association

https://canadian-tr.org/