I started The Real Recreation Therapist (TRRT) Blog to combine my experience and passion for writing to create quality Recreation Therapy articles. It was my hope others in the profession could benefit from this blog…
Simple Last Minute Holiday Craft Gift Ideas
Can you believe there are only a few more days until Christmas? I hope you’re all surviving the busy holiday season. In a previous post, we talked about the importance of engaging your participants in…
Need Recreation Therapy Continuing Education? Here Are 7 Ways
Recertification time is here for Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS). As we all know, we are required to complete continuing education units (CEUs) to stay eligible for our CTRS status. I reached out to Danny…
Holiday Giving Activity Ideas
The holiday season is in full swing. For Recreation Therapists and other Activity Professionals, we are probably up to our necks in planning holiday parties, events, and other activities. During this busy time, we need…
An Activity Professional’s Guide to Surviving the Holidays
It is that time of year again. For many, the holiday season is full of obligations, shopping, social engagements, and completely turning everyday routine upside down. For Activity Professionals like Recreation Therapists and Activity Directors,…