{"id":9189,"date":"2024-12-03T14:49:32","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T19:49:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/?page_id=9189"},"modified":"2025-04-15T15:41:27","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T19:41:27","slug":"recreation-therapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/treatment\/services-clinics\/recreation-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Recreation Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"hero-container hero-container__hero-small_image\">\n  <div class=\"hero hero-small_image\">\n    <div class=\"hero__title_container\">\n      <h1 class=\"hero__title\">\n                  \n              <\/h1>\n              <nav class=\"breadcrumbs\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\">\n\t<ol class=\"breadcrumbs__list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\">Home<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\">Pages<\/a><\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/nav>      \n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"hero__image-container\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sci-jordynn-woods-scaled.jpeg?ver=1740864430\" alt=\"A person in a blue outfit, with climbing gear, is smiling while being suspended in a climbing gym. The background shows a climbing wall with colorful holds and several people.\"\/>\n      <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"paragraph-widget paragraph-widget--link-block idf-block\">\n\t<div class=\"link-block\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"link-block__label\">Explore this Program<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/treatment\/services-clinics\/recreation-therapy\/events\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\tEvents, Courses, &#038; Clinics\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/treatment\/services-clinics\/recreation-therapy\/adventure-skills-workshop\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAdventure Skills Workshop\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/treatment\/services-clinics\/recreation-therapy\/resources\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\tResources for Event Outings\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/education\/allied-health\/recreation-therapy-internship\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\tRecreation Therapy Internship\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/treatment\/services-clinics\/adaptive-sports\/peachtree-road-race\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\tPeachtree Road Race Wheelchair Division\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"paragraph-widget paragraph-widget--text-html\">\n\t<div class=\"idf-block text-content\">\n\t\t<h2>Discover the transformative power of recreation therapy<\/h2>\n<p>Imagine turning fun and engaging activities into life-changing experiences. At Shepherd Center, recreation therapy goes far beyond just staying active \u2014 it\u2019s about redefining what\u2019s possible and unlocking your potential. We believe that recreation is essential for people with disabilities to embrace healthy, fulfilling lives while navigating new challenges with confidence and joy.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"paragraph-widget paragraph-widget--text-html\">\n\t<div class=\"idf-block text-content\">\n\t\t<h2>Why recreation therapy?<\/h2>\n<p>Research shows that staying active improves physical fitness, boosts self-esteem, and strengthens social connections. More than that, it helps reduce medical complications, lowers the likelihood of hospital visits, and eases the transition to lifestyle changes.<\/p>\n<p>Our program is designed for individuals with newly acquired or long-standing disabilities who want to embrace an active and fulfilling lifestyle. With a focus on leisure counseling and education and leisure skills instruction, we empower you to thrive and rediscover your passions.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"paragraph-widget paragraph-widget--accordion idf-block accordion\" id=\"accordionFlush6310\">\n            <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n      <h3 class=\"accordion__title\" id=\"flush-heading_6310_1\">\n        <button class=\"accordion__trigger\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse_6310_1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse_6310_1\">\n          Leisure counseling and education content areas<span class=\"sp-before-icon\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <\/h2>\n      <div role=\"region\" id=\"flush-collapse_6310_1\" class=\"accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"flush-heading_6310_1\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionFlush6310\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrap text-content\"><ul>\n<li>Laws and rights<\/li>\n<li>Meaning of wellness<\/li>\n<li>Benefits of recreation<\/li>\n<li>Problem solving techniques<\/li>\n<li>Community accessibility<\/li>\n<li>Self-advocacy<\/li>\n<li>Transportation and air travel<\/li>\n<li>Time management<\/li>\n<li>Community resources<\/li>\n<li>Stigma management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n                                  <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n          <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n      <h3 class=\"accordion__title\" id=\"flush-heading_6310_2\">\n        <button class=\"accordion__trigger\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse_6310_2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse_6310_2\">\n          Leisure skill instruction content areas<span class=\"sp-before-icon\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <\/h2>\n      <div role=\"region\" id=\"flush-collapse_6310_2\" class=\"accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"flush-heading_6310_2\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionFlush6310\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__content-wrap text-content\"><ul>\n<li>Explore recreation interest<\/li>\n<li>Adaptive equipment<\/li>\n<li>Adaptive techniques<\/li>\n<li>Activity modifications<\/li>\n<li>Recreation resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n                                  <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"paragraph-widget paragraph-widget--text-html\">\n\t<div class=\"idf-block text-content\">\n\t\t<h2>Explore recreation therapy<\/h2>\n<p>Recreation therapy goes beyond the clinic \u2014 it\u2019s about real-world application. Recreation therapy begins with a personalized assessment to identify your goals and opportunities for growth. Together with our Recreation Therapy Specialists, you\u2019ll establish a plan tailored to your needs and aspirations, setting the foundation for meaningful progress.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll have the chance to practice new skills in community settings, supported every step of the way by our dedicated specialists. Whether exploring adaptive sports, creative arts, or other activities, you\u2019ll gain the confidence, tools, and encouragement to embrace a fulfilling, active lifestyle that brings joy and purpose.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"paragraph-widget paragraph-widget--card-set idf-block list-card-set\">\n  <div class=\"card-set\">\n          <ul>\n                  <li>\n            <div class=\"card clickable\">\n                              <div class=\"card__media\">\n                  <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/unknown-2-2.jpg\" alt=\"A person wearing a helmet and protective gear rides a four-wheeled off-road adaptive bike on a dirt path through a forest. They lean into the curve, showcasing dynamic motion. Sunlight filters through the trees, highlighting fallen leaves on the path.\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\">\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"card__content\">\n                                <h3 class=\"card__title\">\n                                          <a href=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/treatment\/services-clinics\/recreation-therapy\/events\/\" class=\"card__cta\">Events, Courses, and Clinics<\/a>\n                                      <\/h3>\n                                                  <div class=\"card__body\">\n                    Join us for workshops and clinics designed to meet diverse interests and abilities.\n                  <\/div>\n                              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                  <li>\n            <div class=\"card clickable\">\n                              <div class=\"card__media\">\n                  <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/SC-adventure-camp-132.jpg?ver=1734540825\" alt=\"Three people in life jackets joyfully ride on a red inflatable tube being pulled across a lake. Water splashes behind them, with lush green trees in the background.\" width=\"560\" height=\"371\">\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"card__content\">\n                                <h3 class=\"card__title\">\n                                          <a href=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/treatment\/services-clinics\/recreation-therapy\/adventure-skills-workshop\/\" class=\"card__cta\">Adventure Skills Workshop<\/a>\n                                      <\/h3>\n                                                  <div class=\"card__body\">\n                    Explore new skills, activities, and connections at our empowering ASW weekend.\n                  <\/div>\n                              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n                  <li>\n            <div class=\"card clickable\">\n                              <div class=\"card__media\">\n                  <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/recreation-therapy-golfing-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A woman assists an man using a walker as he prepares to hit a golf ball on a driving range. A man in a white shirt stands nearby observing. A wheelchair and basket of golf balls are in the scene. The sky is clear and sunny.\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1703\">\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"card__content\">\n                                <h3 class=\"card__title\">\n                                          <a href=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/treatment\/services-clinics\/recreation-therapy\/resources\/\" class=\"card__cta\">Resources for Event Outings<\/a>\n                                      <\/h3>\n                                                  <div class=\"card__body\">\n                    Access guides and support to make outings stress-free and enjoyable.\n                  <\/div>\n                              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/li>\n              <\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"paragraph-widget paragraph-widget--text-html\">\n\t<div class=\"idf-block text-content\">\n\t\t<h2>Back to doing what you love, or embarking on a new adventure<\/h2>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"paragraph-widget paragraph-widget--image-gallery\">\n    <figure class=\"idf-block is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-9 wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped has-caption\">\n        <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"807\" data-id=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/SC-adventure-camp-340-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Two men in wheelchairs play basketball indoors. One, in a gray shirt, holds the ball and looks determined. The other, in a blue and orange jersey, raises his arm to block. People watch in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/SC-adventure-camp-340-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/SC-adventure-camp-340-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/SC-adventure-camp-340-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/SC-adventure-camp-340-1-scaled.jpg 1396w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure>\n        <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"744\" height=\"550\" data-id=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/SC-adventure-camp-306-1.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people, including a woman in a wheelchair, are fishing by a lakeside. The scene is set on a wooden deck with trees in the background. They appear engaged and enjoying the activity together, with fishing gear and a bait container visible.\" class=\"wp-image-199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/SC-adventure-camp-306-1-768x512.jpg 744w, https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/SC-adventure-camp-306-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\"><\/figure>\n        <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"744\" height=\"550\" data-id=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/rec-therapy-golf.jpg?ver=1737583718\" alt=\"A person wearing a red shirt and dark pants is swinging a golf club on a green golf course. They are positioned beside an adaptive golf chair. Trees and a soccer goal are visible in the background under a blue sky.\" class=\"wp-image-198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/rec-therapy-golf.jpg?ver=1737583718 744w, https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/rec-therapy-golf-300x199.jpg?ver=1737583718 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\"><\/figure>\n                <figcaption class=\"image_gallery__caption wp-caption-text\">\n            <div>Shepherd Center\u2019s Recreation Therapy Department is committed to helping individuals with temporary or permanent disabilities lead independent, active lifestyles. Through engaging activities, education, and skill-building, we empower you to thrive both physically and mentally while reintegrating into your community.<\/div>\n        <\/figcaption>\n        <\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"paragraph-widget paragraph-widget--text-html\">\n\t<div class=\"idf-block text-content\">\n\t\t<h2>Our team of recreation therapy specialists<\/h2>\n<p>Our Recreation Therapy team is made up of skilled specialists dedicated to empowering patients to rebuild their lives through meaningful and engaging activities. Each specialist brings unique expertise to provide well-rounded therapeutic experiences tailored to individual interests and goals. Our team includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Outdoor specialist:<\/strong> Camping, boating, hunting, target shooting, fishing, ATV, canoeing, and kayaking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sports specialist:<\/strong> Basketball, quad rugby, billiards, power soccer, hand-cycling, sled hockey, football, snow skiing, bowling, track and field, fencing, softball, golf, tennis, and bocce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exercise specialist:<\/strong> Health and wellness, appropriate strength and cardiovascular exercises and equipment, basic adaptations for equipment, home exercise programs, and general guidelines for health and wellness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Art specialist:<\/strong> Expressive arts such as painting, ceramics, clay work, pottery wheel, jewelry making, photography, sewing, wheelchair dance, drama, creative writing, and journal writing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aquatic specialist:<\/strong> Water safety, swimming, water exercise, water skiing, personal watercraft use, and scuba diving.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Horticulture specialist:<\/strong> Indoor and outdoor gardening, seed propagation, flower arranging, bamboo gardens, lawn care, landscaping, raised outdoor garden beds, and horticultural crafts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Music specialist:<\/strong> Expressive arts of music, such as music appreciation, composition, voice, piano, guitar, drum set, harmonica, violin, and percussion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"paragraph-widget paragraph-widget--feature-set idf-block\">\n\t\t<div class=\"feature\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"feature__media\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/shepherd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/rec-therapy.jpg?ver=1732326915\" alt=\"A man in a wheelchair, wearing a cap and sunglasses, plays tennis. He is holding a racket with a yellow frame and reaching to hit a ball. The background shows a tennis court and an Adidas banner.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"feature__content\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3>Launch your career in recreation therapy<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"feature__content-body text-content\"><p>Ready to turn your passion for therapeutic recreation into a meaningful career? Shepherd Center\u2019s 15-week Recreation Therapy Internship offers hands-on patient care, community integration, and professional development with a nationally recognized team. 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