What is Recreational Therapy (RT)
Recreational therapy is a structured approach that uses leisure activities as tools to address the identified needs of individuals dealing with illnesses, disabilities and/or life challenges. The aim of recreational therapy is to enhance mental and physical health, support recovery, and improve overall well-being.
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​The goal of RT
The goal is to enhance self esteem, life satisfaction and empowering people to take part in positive and meaningful life changes through leisure and recreation.
Leisure and Recreational Activities
There are many different recreational and therapeutic interventions and activities that client's can benefit from taking into account the persons cognitive and physical abilities and there specific interests.
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​Conditions RT can Support
Recreational therapy is beneficial for individuals of all age groups. It does not matter what life stage you are in, RT can help! RT’s often help people experiencing the following circumstances:
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Experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression
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Experiencing loneliness and isolation
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Recovering from a stroke, injury, illness, or surgery
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Working on enhancing motor and cognitive skills
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People with limitations to their mobility
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Learning to perform daily living activities independently
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Receiving treatment for cancer
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Dealing with anxiety or stress in a hospital or home care environment
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Improving the ability to communicate thoughts and emotions
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Recovering from a substance use disorder
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People who have a mental health diagnosis
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Women with post-partum mental health concerns
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The Benefits of RT
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Leisure and recreation can be powerful tools for healing and improving health!
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Enhances overall well-being: By participating in tailored recreational activities, individuals can rebuild skills, boost mood, improve quality of life, and strengthen social connections.
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The benefits are endless and vary from person to person.
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