A game where numbers are matched on a card to promote attention and recognition.
What is Bingo
Name an activity that incorporates hand hygiene and therapeutic touch?
Manicures
Recreation therapists often support this kind of visit to reduce loneliness.
What are friendly visits
This weekly musical event often brings spiritual comfort.
What is hymn sing
This seated activity promotes flexibility and relaxation.
What is chair yoga
This common puzzle game improves memory and recall in group settings.
What is Crossword
This is a creative activity often used to express emotions
What is art or journaling
This word describes working together toward a common goal in a group activity.
What is teamwork or cooperation
This one-on-one practice uses deep breathing and awareness to reduce stress
What is meditation
This term means the ability to recognize and manage your own emotions
What is emotional intelligence
This term describes exercises that are designed for people with limited mobility.
What is adaptive physical activity
These types of group activities build community and reduce isolation
What are social programs or events
Recreation therapists may use this approach to support a client’s individual values and beliefs
What is person-centered care?
Name one therapeutic benefit of physical recreation.
What is improved balance, strength, mobility, or reduced fall risk
Name one emotional benefit of recreation therapy.
What is reduced anxiety, improved mood, emotional regulation
Name one goal of social programming in recreation therapy.
What is to promote interaction, build relationships, or reduce loneliness
Name one spiritual benefit of recreation therapy
What is increased sense of peace, meaning, coping, or emotional support