What is

Recreational
Therapy?
Recreational Therapists utilize
different activities and community
based interventions and techniques
to improve physical cognitive,
emotional, social, and leisure
needs.

Therapeutic Recreation is
about not looking at the

capabilities of the individuals

but the abilities that make

that individual who they are

Benefits of RT!
Individuals with
active, satisfying
lifestyles are happy
and healthier.

Improve and/or maintain

gross/fine motor skills,
cooperation skills, coping
skills, social skills.

Services based on
individuals interests
and lifestyle.

Prevent social isolation.

RTs work with

clients and their
family.

Gain knowledge,
develop skills, and
develop behaviors
needed for daily
living and
community
involvement.

Reduce social anxiety,

pain, blood pressure,
depression, sleep
disturbances, tension, and
reliance on medication.
Increase memory, attention
span, mental alertness, and
participation.

Modalities & Activities

Arts and crafts

Sports
Music Therapy
Aquatic Therapy
Sensory Stimulation
Animal Assisted Therapy
Adventure Therapy
Team Building Activities
Social Activities
Leisure Education
Board Games
Yoga
Meditation
Community Outings