The holiday season is always a challenge for Recreation Therapists and other Activity Professionals. This year–this overwhelming year–has changed the way we do the job we love. Our personal and professional lives have been overturned….
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Leisure Activities for Holiday Blues
The holidays can be a stressful time for anyone. Budgets, time constraints, and high expectations can easily leave anyone feeling down and depleted. Those with disabilities often feel the strain of the holidays more than…
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…
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,…