Go Fly a Kite
Recreation Therapist Assistant Ann Bissen-Clark helps Veteran Henry Crook master the art of kite flying.
The purpose of National Therapeutic Recreation Week is to enhance public awareness of therapeutic recreation programs and services, and expand recreation and leisure opportunities for individuals of all ages and abilities.
self-esteem quality of life socialization health hope creativity decrease anxiety stress reduction reduce pain leisure coping skill self-awareness strength leisure awareness sensory stimulation independence positive thinking
Both recreation and music therapy provide direct-care interdisciplinary service that offers interventions and techniques to improve physical, cognitive, emotional and social functioning. Ongoing individualized care based on Veteran interest is achieved through assessment, planning, intervention/implementation and evaluation.
A special thanks to our local Therapeutic Recreation/Creative Arts team for all they do for the Veterans!
Supervisory Recreation Therapist: Jenna Gilbertson
Recreation/Creative Arts Therapists: Jean Calhoun, Dawn Rue, Danita DuBord, Jen Conzemius, Erik Harvieux, Amanda Hageman
Recreation Therapy Assistants: Kathy Garrett, Richell Kufahl,
Ann Bissen-Clark, Amy Olson
Recreation Therapy Health Aid: Bonnie Geier
Help Hospitalized Veterans (HHV) Craft Care Specialist: Glenda Busby
