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How Does Recreation Therapy Help Well-Being?

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Recreation therapy programs can help people in many ways. From their socialization to their physical, emotional, and cognitive health, the programming is beneficial to many segments of the population, including seniors. Read More »

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How Does Recreational Therapy Help Seniors?

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From crafts to music, sports, and more activities — recreation therapy services are available to help seniors.

If you are considering these services for a senior in your life, it’s important to first ensure their daily medical and physical needs are being met. If so, another key part of senior care is to support their health and well-being with recreational activities. Read More »

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4 Reasons Why Seniors Need Recreational Therapy

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From arts and crafts to dance, music, and more — therapy programs for seniors are centered on enjoyable activities. Taking part in these fun activities has many advantages on a cognitive, physical, emotional, and social level. They can contribute to a greater quality of life for seniors and help them to live life to its fullest. Read More »

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Recreational Therapy: A Way Towards Healthy Living

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Recreational therapy programs can benefit people of all ages. Contrary to popular belief, the therapy is not only for seniors. The programs supply physical, emotional, and social support. Activities focus on helping those with autism, dementia, and Alzheimer’s. People recovering from a stroke, brain injury, or physical disability can also benefit. The goal is to provide programs that help these people stay active, have fun, and socialize. Read More »

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Recreational Therapy Reduces Stress in Seniors, Here’s How

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Recreational therapy programs focus on fun activities that will help your elderly loved ones live a joyful life as they age. By taking part in social outings, light exercise and activity-based programs, you can limit a senior’s overall stress. These activities will enhance your loved one’s quality of life and may reduce the effects of illness or disability.

The best recreational therapy programs are those that align with a senior’s interests, whether it be painting, walking, cooking or another activity. Here’s how this support can limit their stress related to ageing. Read More »

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Recreational Therapy: Enjoying the Process of Getting Well

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Whether you’re a senior, recovering from injury or, a young person dealing with autism and/ or other special needs; Traditional forms of therapy, that involves a series of repetitive exercises, may seem dull. Recovering from managing mental illnesses can be more challenging as well when the surroundings are so mundane. Thankfully, recreational therapy programs can give you a more interesting and exciting way to recover. Best of all, they are personalized to help you overcome the specific challenges you face. Read More »

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Use Recreational Therapy for Physical and Mental Health

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Seniors can participate in recreational therapy programs to benefit their mental and physical health at the same time. Of course, getting some movement throughout your day can help you maintain strength and physical health. But it also helps you fight the symptoms of several mental illnesses, including depression and anxiety.
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How Recreational Therapy Can Help You Live A Healthier, Longer Life

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Everyone knows that being more active can help them live longer, happier lives. However, seniors have special challenges that can prevent them from staying active and reaping the benefits of physical activity. That’s why a recreational therapy program is such an important part of maintaining and improving your overall physical and emotional health. Recreational therapy programs can help seniors overcome their specific challenges and stay active. Read More »

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Recreational Therapy Programs For Healthy Aging

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When we think of healthy aging, our first thought may be related to medicine and doctor’s appointments. However, engaging in recreational activities that bring us joy, help us socialize and meet new friends, and stay physically and mentally active are just as important to your overall health as taking your daily medicine. Recreational therapy programs don’t have to be a physically intensive or difficult activity. It can be comprised of any activity or hobby that you enjoy, and helps build or maintain your cognitive or physical skills. Read More »

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How Recreational Therapy Can Help With Pain Management

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Few people realize that recreational therapy programs can help with something as serious pain management.  While recreational therapy programs help people find more enjoyment in life, be more active, and socialize, it also offers functional intervention—which means it helps make your everyday functioning easier. One of the many aspects of daily functioning is controlling pain. Read More »

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