During the summer day programs, two recreational therapy assistants escort a group of about 13 people to activities for four hours a day, four days a week. “We come here at least once a year ...

Recreational therapy can: Improve strength and physical fitness. ... Another part of recreational therapy includes games like crossword puzzles and chess that are good for your brain.

Therapeutic Recreation, also known as Recreation Therapy, is the process of using meaningful, engaging activities to help people grow, heal and live fuller lives. It’s more than just playing games ...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Turnstone is launching a new recreation therapy program to create more independence for those living with a disability. The program is available for any individual ...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Turnstone Center has announced the addition of recreation therapy to its comprehensive programs and services for children and adults with disabilities. Recreation ...

SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – A new program in Suffolk brings together adults with disabilities. It’s called ‘Out and About.’ It is a therapeutic program put on by Suffolk Parks and Recreation.

The BS in Recreation Therapy focuses on recreation services for individuals who are ill, disabled, elderly, or incarcerated. It can be applied in clinical, transitional, and community based settings.

Recreation therapy is said to put the “fun” in “functional,” helping patients regain a sense of purpose, gain insight and alleviate life’s challenges.

Aug. 8—BEMIDJI — Veterans Home Rest and Relaxation recently donated $10,000 to the Bemidji Veterans Home. The Bemidji Home's Recreation Fund will use this donation for activities and goods ...