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Table of Contents
Message from the CTRA/TRO 2016 Conference Co-chairs 3 Message from the CTRA President 4 Message from the TRO President 5 CTRA/TRO Conference Planning Committee 6
Wednesday June 1, 2016: At-a-Glance 7 Wednesday sessions 8 Annual General Meetings Information 19 CTRA Session 20 Recreate Sessions 25 Wednesday Awards Dinner & Social 26
Thursday June 2, 2016: At-a-Glance 27 Rise & Shine Sessions 28 Breakfast Session Speaker – Joyce Rowlands 29 Thursday Keynote Speaker – Tim Hague 30 Thursday Sessions 31 Tradeshow - Connecting Our Passion for Compassion 49 Thursday Social 50
Friday June 3, 2016: At-a-Glance 52 Friday Sessions 53 CTRA Panel Presentation 62
PCCs or CEU’s 63 Registration Information - How to get Connected 64 Hotel Information 65 Directions to Conference 66 Transportation Information 67
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Message from the Conference Co-chairs
We are thrilled to welcome you to Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario, for our combined Provincial and National Therapeutic Recreation Conference! The Waterloo Region provides the perfect balance between new and old, nature and technology, tranquility and adventure. The province of Ontario is also known for its great cities, great attractions and great outdoor opportunities.
This year’s conference theme is “Connecting our Passion for Compassion” and we believe, by joining us for this incredible conference opportunity, that you will connect with so with many wonderful delegates and truly strengthen your passion for Therapeutic Recreation!
We would like to recognize the dedication from a number of individuals from both the Therapeutic Recreation Association of Waterloo-Wellington (TRAW) and CTRA who have worked so hard in making this conference come to fruition. Volunteers have been meeting for over a year and a half to make this conference an incredible event! We would like to extend a huge thank you to you all!
Hosting the conference is truly a wonderful opportunity. We hope to be able to connect individuals from across our province, across the country and internationally to enhance our Therapeutic Recreation clinical and community practice opportunities. We hope to provide support and resources for educational programs and to develop our personal and professional growth. Finally, we hope delegates will take time to socialize and explore the city of Kitchener-Waterloo and the recreation and tourism opportunities in Ontario. It is a beautiful area of our amazing country.
We look forward to meeting you all as we move toward “Connecting our Passion for Compassion”. Join us in Kitchener-Waterloo and be a part of a spectacular continuing education and networking opportunity.
Kind Wishes,
Lindsey Oretan and Tanea Goncalves Forward
TRO/CTRA 2016 Co-Chairs
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Message from the CTRA President Welcome Conference Delegates!
On behalf of the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association Board of Directors I would like to welcome delegates from across Canada and North America to the 20th Annual CTRA Conference in historic Kitchener-Waterloo hosted in partnership with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario. CTRA is fortunate to be working with TRO leadership and the organizing committee on this 20th annual conference running June 1 – 3, 2016. The CTRA conference is typically the largest annual event devoted to professional development of Recreation Therapy professionals and this year will be no exception given the strong membership base of TRO.
The theme of the 2016 CTRA Conference is Connecting our Passion for Compassion. As Recreation Therapy professionals much of our work focuses on facilitating connections in our practice, with the individuals we work with, clients and professionals alike. Connections allow us to further enhance mutual respect, find similarities and learn about others, and provide each of us the opportunity to be authentic in our interaction. CTRA and TRO have provided us with a unique opportunity to learn from, with, and about each other! While at this conference, I would encourage you to establish or re-establish connections with professionals from across Canada and North America. Be proud of our shared passion for therapeutic recreation and our roots as a compassionate and caring profession. Please take advantage at the conference to network with other delegates with efforts to expand the reach and impact of CTRA, TRO and the profession. And don’t forget to take in the many arts, recreation, cultural and historic opportunities in the Kitchener-Waterloo region.
We are sure to be inspired by an excellent roster of presenters including local, provincial, national, and international therapeutic recreation professionals. If you are a first time presenter, congratulations on taking this step toward expanding the body of professional knowledge. For those with a history of presenting at conferences thank you for continued commitment to the growth of the profession.
A special thank you to the conference organizing committee and all volunteers associated with this exciting event. As delegates, we are sure to benefit from the hundreds of hours spent organizing and delivering the 20th Annual CTRA Conference.
I look forward to meeting you in Kitchener-Waterloo.
Douglas Cripps CTRA 2015-2016 President
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Message from the TRO President
Welcome to the annual TRO conference in Kitchener-Waterloo, home of my alma mater! On behalf of the board of directors, I would like to welcome all of our delegates, including our CTRA friends who are joining us this year as they celebrate their 20th anniversary!
I’m sure we are in for many exciting sessions this year, including some superb keynote speakers. Remember to take the time to reconnect with your colleagues and friends. The conference is always a great time to regenerate our passion for the field of Recreation Therapy, which in turn allows us to continue to treat our clients compassionately.
Thank you so much to the many volunteers who make this conference possible, including the conference committee, students and a variety of others. Because of your commitment, we are able to come together to learn and reconnect.
I look forward to seeing all of you in Kitchener. Please feel free to approach me, introduce yourself and share your ideas with respect to the field of Recreation Therapy.
Enjoy the conference!
Ein prosit! Cheers!
Sue Verrilli, R/TRO President, TRO
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Overall Conference Co-Chairs: Lindsey Oretan Tanea Goncalves Forward
Facilities Co-Chairs: Program Co-Chairs: Penny Nickel Leeann Ferries Anne Scanlon Rebecca Thompson
Registration Chair: Marsha Krueger
Socials Chair: Volunteers Co-Chairs: Alyssa Graham Corrie Bradfield Rebekah Larter
Tradeshow/Sponsorship Chair: Marketing Chair: Katie Hinbest Mary Friesen
TRO Conference Liaison: Alison Wideman
6 Wednesday June 1, 2016 At-a-glance Tues May 30 Tuesday Evening Early Registration 6:30 – 8:00 7:00 Registration and Breakfast for Pre-Conference delegates 8:00-11:45 W1 W2 W3 W4 Canada’s Meaningful and What Makes Exploring a Optional Recreation Compassionate Outdoor Strengths-Based Half Day Framework Approaches to Experiential Recovery Orientation: Pre- and TR Palliative Care Learning Translating Theory of Conference working Therapeutic?... for the Leisure and Well- **extra together Mental Health Being Model into charge** Recovery Everyday TR Mental Health Practice 10:00-10:15 Break
12:00-12:45 Lunch 12:45-1:00 Opening Remarks and Presidents’ Welcome Research W5 W6 W7 W8 Sessions The Role of TR An Environmental A Picture is Worth Aquatic Internships: Scan of Health More Than 1000 1:00-1:30 Therapy in Learning from Promotion Programs Words. New Part 1 Pediatric the for Adolescents with Assessment Tool – Rehab: A Experiences of Physical Disabilities… Emoticons Working Collaborative Students for Clients Adventure 1:30-2:00 SportFIT and Part 2 Connecting Perceptions of Recreation – A Impact of TR Program Creativity Therapeutic Collaborative for Care-Partners of and Recreation Intensive Individual’s with Community Physiotherapy/Therap Alzheimer’s Disease eutic Recreation Camp for Youth with Cerebral Palsy 2:00-3:30 TRO Annual General Meeting and Board Update 2:00-3:30 CTRA Strategic Planning: Vision 2020 - Connecting our Passion for Therapeutic Recreation in Canada Tanea Goncalves Forward and Doug Cripps 3:30-3:45 Break 3:45-5:15 W9 W10 W11 W12 90 Min Social Media Connecting Rethinking Aging, Upgrading Your Toolkit: Concurrent 101- A Basic Education and Community Settings, Incorporating Research Introduction Practice: A and Health Into Therapeutic on How to University of Promotion: An Recreation Practice Use Social Lethbridge Opportunity … Media… Case Study
5:30 Recreate Sessions
6:30 Awards Dinner and 90’s Party to Celebrate CTRA’s 20th Anniversary
7 Wednesday June 1, 2016 8:00-11:45
Session Title: W1 - Canada’s Recreation Framework and TR Working Together
Presenters: Jane Crawford, Kellie Duckworth, Susan Hutchinson, Anne-Marie Sullivan
Session Description: This interactive session will look at Canada’s 2015 Recreation Framework and highlight how TR professionals can support the goals of the Framework in the programs, services and supports they offer. Building on sharing by TR professionals of their ‘best practice’ examples, the session will allow participants to reflect on their own practice and determine if and how they are or want support the Framework’s goals and priorities and identify possibilities for working collaboratively with our community recreation colleagues. The sessions will enable participants to identify the connections between the Framework’s goals and their own scope of practice (e.g., APIE). The session will help TR professionals develop an understanding of the importance of the role partnerships have in creating programs that impact health and wellbeing and support community inclusion.
Learning Objectives: Identify the 5 goals of the Framework for Recreation in Canada Identify a TR program they could or do work collaboratively with in community Recreation Identify the skills/knowledge and values that they would bring to a partnership within their community. Identify two community partners that they could foster a collaborative working relationship with and to develop a preliminary action plan for initiating this. Upon completion of the session participants will be able to (IMP) Identify the programs in their work place that support the goals and priorities of the Framework for Recreation in Canada. Develop strategies to include the Framework in the context of an agency’s or TR department’s recreation programs. Act as a knowledge broker and share the Framework for Recreation in Canada with colleagues. Upon completion of the session participants will be able to (ADM) List the unique skills required of TR professional to work collaboratively with community recreation colleagues. Identify the unique skill sets of the Collaborating Recreation Professional and or Community Service provider. Identify 3 skills and or strategies required to facilitate joint programs.
PCC’s: Program Development TR and Community Practice Outreach, Advocacy and Public Relations Intervention Agency and TR Service Plan NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Implementation Administration of TR/RT Services Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
8 Wednesday June 1, 2016 8:00-11:45
Session Title: W2 -Meaningful and compassionate approaches to palliative care for RT/TR’s
Presenter: Jill Sadler
Session Description: The ability to provide a palliative approach to care, through meaningful, therapeutic assessments and interventions for clients with a life-threatening illness, is paramount to ensuring that individuals and families are supported. This workshop will guide you through the model of palliative care as an essential part of every RT/TR’s foundational knowledge, the conception of suffering and how the RT/TR’s and care team can minimize it. Various palliative care screening and assessment tools will be introduced and practiced. Participants will learn a framework to guide assessment of the multiple issues that frequently cause clients and families to suffer. This framework can be used to develop client care plans. In addition, participants will learn effective communication for therapeutic benefit, the role of the interprofessional team in fostering life review, the importance of spiritual care and why it is often under assessed by clinicians, and the introduction of a therapeutic dignity model.
Learning Objectives: Identify when a client would benefit from palliative care Perform an individualized, meaningful therapeutic assessment (interview) for clients using a palliative approach to care Demonstrate 3 strategies for communicating effectively with palliative clients through therapeutic interventions Demonstrate and apply understanding of the 8 domains of issues associated with illness, loss and grief Describe the 3 categories of a Framework for Care to guide assessment of the multiple issues that frequently cause patients and families to suffer. Perform a spiritual care assessment using 5 screening tools and interview questions Identify the 6-Step Protocol to delivering information Understand the role of the interprofessional team in fostering life review, closure of unfinished business, and the utilization of a therapeutic dignity model to inform your RT/TR practice
PCC’s: Assessment Intervention Professional Development
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ASP - Assessment Process IMP – Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
9 Wednesday June 1, 2016 8:00-11:45
Session Title: W3- What Makes Outdoor Experiential Learning Therapeutic? An Experiential Collaborative Learning Model for Mental Health Recovery
Presenters: Sue Arai, Janet Griffin, Monika Grau
Session Description: RTs often use activity engagement as a behavioural activation strategy in TR service delivery. Skilled debriefing of experiential exercises guided by leisure and psychotherapy theory enables participants to reflect on cognitive, emotional, and somatic reactions that enable insight and learning; adding depth and quality to clinical practice. Skillful debriefing of activity highlights Recreation Therapy’s unique expertise, setting RT apart from other interdisciplinary practices. This workshop addresses how to create meaning and clinically relevant learning out of initiative tasks involving communication, group problem solving, and teamwork as part of mental health recovery. Participants in this workshop will gain concepts and practices that can be incorporated into any group-based activity program in mental health recovery. This session will share preliminary research findings of the value of outdoor experiential learning, address how to debrief experiential learning, and attach this learning to mental health recovery, and describe an experiential collaborative learning model for RT.
Learning Objectives: Identify 3 components of the experiential collaborative learning model for RT to understand the benefits of Outdoor Experiential Activity. Demonstrate understanding of the experiential collaborative learning model for RT to guide the processing of outdoor experiential activity. Demonstrate use of various channels of thinking (kinesthetic, auditory, visual) to enhance skill in group debriefing.
PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery TR and Research Theoretical Foundations
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW - Foundational Knowledge IMP - Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
10 Wednesday June 1, 2016 8:00-11:45
Session Title: W4 - Exploring a Strengths-Based Recovery Orientation: Translating Theory of the LWM into Everyday TR Mental Health Practice.
Presenters: Lauren Cripps, Colleen Hood, and Erin Lemoine
Session Description: “Recovery” from mental illness is a sought after and desirable outcome of mental health services for both clients and practitioners. This pre-conference session will explore the principles of recovery and the role of leisure as a supported factor in recovery oriented care. This session is intended to provide an opportunity for delegates to engage with evidence-based knowledge, further supporting TR practice as an essential service of the mental health care arena.
Learning Objectives: Identify at least 3 principles of recovery for individuals with mental illness. Identify at least 3 strategies for applying the Leisure and Well Being Model in recovery oriented mental health practice. Identity at least 3 primary findings that support and promote TR service as essential in recovery- oriented health care.
PCC’s: Assessment Program Development Program Delivery Intervention TR and Research
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW - Foundational Knowledge IMP – Implementation ADV - Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
11 Wednesday June 1, 2016 1:00-1:30
Session Title: W5 Part 1 - The Role of Aquatic Therapy in Pediatric Rehabilitation: A Collaborative Adventure
Presenter: Amber Pelletier Session Description: This research presentation will look at a research project that initially started out as student project that turned into a collaborative research project between a Recreation Therapist and an Occupational Therapist. This project is titled The Role of Aquatic Therapy in Pediatric Rehabilitation. This project was developed as a need was identified to gather the evidence and how to bring the evidence into practice. The importance of collaborating with Allied Health Professionals was a critical part of this research project. Believing in a family centered approach; we needed to gather evidence from families to help us to understand the importance of aquatic therapy in pediatric rehabilitation.
Learning Objectives : Define the importance of bringing evidence into practice.(FKW) Understand the importance of enlisting support and collaborating with Allied Health Professionals (ADV) Understand the importance of using Aquatic Therapy in Pediatric Rehabilitation (PTR)
PCC’s: TR and Research
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
12 Wednesday June 1, 2016 1:30-2:00
Session Title: W5 Part 2 - "Connecting Creativity and Community" - A Partnership Between Hospital and Community to Offer a Ceramics Program for People with Mental Illness
Presenter: Kamila Gemin
Session Description: For decades the health care system has been focused on community integration for people with mental illness, to aid in successful discharge from hospital and to reduce readmission rates. Recreation Therapists play a key role in linking these clients to meaningful leisure in their communities. Creating, strengthening and maintaining community partnerships are important skills for Recreation Therapists. This session will discuss the community partnership that was created between a hospital-based program and a community-based facility to offer a free creative expression program for individuals with mental illness or other special needs that may not otherwise have the opportunity to participate due to various barriers. The Ceramics program at St. Peter’s Harrrp (Hamilton Association for Residential and Recreational Redevelopment Programs) promotes mental and emotional health for participants. It offers an environment that fosters a sense of belonging, an opportunity to make social connections and friendships, and for creative expression through painting and glazing bisque and pottery. The session will review the evidence supporting creative expression programming for people with mental illness. The Ceramics program is evaluated using a qualitative format (satisfaction surveys, verbal feedback) and the results indicate the Ceramics program is beneficial for both participants and consumer-volunteers who lead the program on a weekly basis. This session will highlight the key factors involved in creating and maintaining a community partnership, as well as challenges and future directions.
Learning Objectives: Be able to identify the steps involved in creating and maintaining a community partnership between a hospital-based program and community-based facility. Have increased knowledge of an accessible community resource for people with mental illness in the Hamilton area. Have an understanding of how community partnerships can help clients with community integration.
PCC’s: Program Development TR and Community Practice Program Delivery
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
13 Wednesday June 1, 2016 1:00-1:30
Session Title: W6 Part 1 - TR Internships: Learning from the experiences of students
Presenters: Darla Fortune and Shannon Hebblethwaite
Session Description: Experiential learning is an integral part of students’ experiences in therapeutic recreation (TR) curriculum. It engages the students in learning by doing and can include cooperative education, field experience, and internship. Most of the work examining experiential learning in TR curriculum has focused on the achievement of professional competencies and requirements of students in these internships. There has been limited attention given to the internship experience from the perspective of students. The purpose of this study, therefore, was to gather students’ perspectives on their internship experiences and understand what aspects of their internship best supported their educational goals and prepared them for entry into the TR profession. Graduates of Concordia’s TR specialization were asked to complete an online questionnaire about their internship experiences. The findings of this study will benefit TR by contributing to better understanding of what makes a successful TR internship experience for students.
Learning Objectives: Identify at least 2 aspects of a TR internship that are most valued by students Identify at least 2 strategies that TR internship supervisors can use to facilitate positive learning experiences for students Identify at least 2 ways TR educators can best prepare students for their internship
PCC’s: Professional Development TR and Research
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW – Foundational Knowledge ADV - Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
14 Wednesday June 1, 2016 1:30-2:00
Session Title: W6 Part 2 - Perceptions of Therapeutic Recreation
Presenter: Mary Dwulit
Session Description: This session will discuss the research findings on how Therapeutic Recreation is valued by future allied health professionals. The study surveyed over 100 students at a college in British Columbia from different healthcare or social service programs. This study will change daily practice because TR professionals will be more aware of how they are perceived but also how they are valued. It provides supporting evidence, not just assumptions to a long standing claim of many TR's feeling undervalued or misunderstood in the healthcare field by their interdisciplinary teams. Once we, as professionals are aware of the gaps we can fill them.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this session, participants will: Demonstrate understanding of three barriers contributing to the devaluation or misunderstanding of the TR profession among allied healthcare professionals Identify the top three perceptions that other healthcare students have in regards to the job decryption of a Recreational Therapist Identify three areas where we need to go in the future for Therapeutic Recreation as it relates to Interdisciplinary Awareness among health professionals
PCC’s: Professional Development Outreach, Advocacy and Public Relations TR and Research
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
15 Wednesday June 1, 2016 1:00-1:30
Session Title: W7 Part 1 - An Environmental Scan of health promotion programs for adolescents with physical disabilities- Identifying key components to consider for intervention planning
Presenter: Kristen English
Session Description: A national study conducted in Canada revealed that youth with disabilities had a 4.5-times higher rate of physical inactivity compared to nondisabled youth. Health promotion and effective intervention are critical during adolescence, as diets become poorer in quality, and young people are increasingly sedentary, with the young person’s increasing autonomy. As evidence informed program development is essential to TR/RT service, further research is needed in order to determine best practice and determine a framework for offering effective health promotion intervention to adolescents. This presentation will highlight results of a recent study conducted by a research team at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital and the Bloorview Research Institute which aimed to identify adolescent-focused health promotion programs for youth with disabilities offered by Children’s Treatment Centres and community organizations across Canada and determine key components to include in the development of health promotion interventions for this population.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to: Use evidence-based literature and the principles identified in the checklist of essential components for health promotion programs in adolescents with physical disabilities to inform TR/RT program development Identify 2-5 modalities and/or interventions to support efficacy of TR/RT interventions related to health promotion in an adolescent population Identify a collaborative strategy that supports the development of evidence-based practice
PCC’s: TR and Research
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Knowledge Advancement of the Profession Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
16 Wednesday June 1, 2016 1:30-2:00
Session Title: W7 Part 2- SportFIT and Recreation – A Collaborative Intensive Physiotherapy/Therapeutic Recreation Camp for Youth with Cerebral Palsy
Presenter: Kristen English
Session Description: Maximizing participation is a primary goal of interventions for children and youth with cerebral palsy (CP). Current evidence supports an activity/task based intervention approach incorporating motor learning principles to enhance gross motor skills that support optimal physical activity and mobility in youth with CP. Intensity of practice is an important factor impacting the effectiveness of these interventions. This poster will describe the development of a collaborative physiotherapy and therapeutic recreation 2 week intensive gross motor camp group of youth aged 10-15 years with CP and share the camp protocol and clinical outcomes. This project created a bridge between clinicians in PT and TR, as well as connecting clinical practice with advancing research activities within the Bloorview Research Institute. Evaluation was based on gains in clients gross motor skills, cardiovascular fitness, strength, balance, coordination, personal enjoyment of participation in physical activity, client satisfaction, as well as increased awareness of community resources.
Learning Objectives: This poster will provide conference attendees with: Knowledge of an evaluated physiotherapy – therapeutic recreation intensive gross motor camp protocol for youth with cerebral palsy Awareness of 4 assessment tools that can be used with clients to evaluate gross motor skills, cardiovascular fitness, strength, balance, coordination, personal enjoyment of participation in physical activity Knowledge of a model of service delivery involving collaboration between physiotherapy, therapeutic recreation and research in a joint treatment setting Awareness of clinical outcomes based on the SportFIT collaborative model and program protocol
PCC’s: Assessment Program Development TR and Research
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Implementation Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
17 Wednesday June 1, 2016 1:00 - 1:301:30 and-2:00 1:30 – 2:00
Session Title: W8 Part 1- A picture is worth more than 1000 words. New assessment tool – Emoticons working for clients.
Presenters: Suzie Lane, Juliana Mattos, and Julie Ostrom Session Description: Preliminary update on reliability and validity of a pictorial assessment tool. The development of such assessment could allow TRS to be able to gage how interventions used would trigger positive or negative emotions of clients. This type of assessment could give direction for the addition or re-evaluation of programs offered for specific clients in order to meet client’s goals.
Learning Objectives: Identify three benefits of use of pictorial assessment Identify two characteristics of a reliable assessment Identify two characteristics of a valid assessment
PCC’s: Assessment NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ASP - Assessment Process Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
Session Title: W8 Part 2 - Impact of therapeutic recreation program for care-partners of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.
Presenters: Suzie Lane and Laura Rolph Session Description: Preliminary results of the use of a seven-week therapeutic recreation strength based program with individuals with Alzheimer’s and their care partners. This study was looking at the daily creation of positive emotion with care partners along with an over all increase in their well-being.
Learning Objectives: Identify two benefits of use of community base settings. Identify two characteristics of TR based program. Identify one method of gaining pre post information about well-being.
PCC’s: Intervention NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: ADV - Advancement of the Profession Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
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Wednesday June 1, 2016 2:00 – 3:30 PM Open to ALL TRO Members in good standing
Friday June 3, 2016 1:00 PM Open to ALL CTRA Members in good standing
19 Wednesday June 1, 2016 2:00 – 3:30 PM CTRA Session
Please register for these events on your Conference Registration Form CTRA Strategic Planning: Vision 2020 – Connecting our Passion for Therapeutic Recreation in Canada Presenters: Tanea Goncalves Forward and Douglas Cripps
Session Description: Join members of the CTRA Board of Directors in a room alive with movement and animated discussion. Using a process called Open Spaces Technology, experience and innovative way of working, thinking and communicating about our profession in Canada. Experience the process and expect results you have helped to create that are innovative, concrete, positive and substantial. Share the process with familiar colleagues and get acquainted with other Recreation Therapists across Canada as you travel from discussion group to group. Use your best energy and thinking where it is most needed, Therapeutic Recreation’s future. Come, assist in moving our national vision forward.
Learning Objectives: Participants will learn about Open Spaces Technology and how to incorporate OST in your Therapeutic Recreation Practice. Participants will learn about the 4 areas of the CTRA strategic plan and how the CTRA BOD is working to advance the organization and the profession of TR forward. Participants will learn about the professional therapeutic issues in Canada and share their opinion as to how TR can move forward. PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Implementation Advancement of the Profession Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
20 Wednesday June 1, 2016 3:45-5:15
Session Title: W9 - Social Media 101- A Basic Introduction to on How to Use Social Media in Therapeutic Recreation
Presenter: Ashley Hilliard
Session Description: This presentation will provide participants with an introduction to various forms of social media including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Shutterfly sites. Participants will learn how to access these forms or social media and how to utilize them in TR practice. Participants are required to have completed the process of signing up for Twitter, Facebook and Instagram in order to follow along with the presentation and learn how to customize their profiles etc. Participants will learn about how to utilize social media in healthcare/therapeutic recreation to enhance their personal practice and engage their clients in various forms of social media. This presentation is designed to education Therapeutic Recreation Professionals that have a very limited knowledge of social media, and will help them gain the basic knowledge to feel comfortable navigating popular forms of social media.
Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to access the 3 main kinds of social media using either an app or the browser version of the website Participants will be able to customize their personal profile on the 3 main kinds of social media and adjust their privacy settings to ensure safety and privacy when using social media Participants will understand the “lingo” associated with various forms of social media including what is a hashtag, a handle, a tag, and profile picture and a cover photo Participants will gain understanding on how to use social media to engage clients and provide information as related to their practice in TR. Participants will expand their knowledge of various social media policies and procedure created by a variety of health care providers.
PCC’s: TR and Community Practice Outreach, Advocacy and Public Relations
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Administration of TR/RT Services Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
21 Wednesday JuneJune 1, 2016 3:45-5:15
Session Title: W10 - Connecting Education and Practice: A University of Lethbridge Case Study
Presenters: Devan McNeill, Tristan Hopper, Sienna Caspar, and Jerry Singleton
Session Description: The introduction of the post-diploma Therapeutic Recreation degree program at the University of Lethbridge (2015) originated from collaboration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA), the University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge College, Norquest, and Alberta TR practitioners. ATRA (2014) made recommendations for the TR program to meet accreditation standards and the University of Lethbridge endorsed the Committee on Accreditation of Recreational Therapy Education (CARTE) standards for accreditation and NCTRC standards for certification. We are currently the only education institute in Canada to develop a program using CARTE and NCTRC standards in a hope to reduce variation in academic preparation and to provide consistency (Skalko, 2013). During the presentation we will address some of the challenges, successes, and future implications. With an increasing need to be accessible we have developed an online option that challenges our traditional notions of learning in a “peoples” profession. We will discuss ways in which technology and blended learning formats will shape Therapeutic Recreation education.
Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to trace the history and evolution of the education program at the University of Lethbridge by identifying key stakeholders. Participants will be able to list 3 ways in which technology is used in the TR education program at the University of Lethbridge. Participants will be able to define what a blended learning format is and why it’s being used at the University of Lethbridge.
PCC: Professional Development
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: FKW - Foundational Knowledge ADV - Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
22 Wednesday June 1, 2016 3:45-5:15
Session Title: W11 - Rethinking aging, community settings and health promotion: an opportunity for therapeutic recreation.
Presenter: Erica Botner
Session Description: The culture of aging is changing. As Recreation Therapists we work with individuals and groups to assess their needs and interests in order to facilitate meaningful recreation and leisure experiences, and to facilitate positive change and optimal wellness. Traditionally, service models have focused on clinical inpatient practice. Due to health care cuts, preferences to age in place, and people living longer and healthier lives, many of us find ourselves working with vibrant older adults in the community and wondering if what we are offering is community recreation or therapeutic recreation. In this presentation, we will explore the Community Therapeutic Recreation Model using two new programs at the Cummings Centre in Montreal (Virtual Learning and a Travel Club) designed for and by older adults, that have successfully empowered our clientele to continue to thrive in the community through independent and personally fulfilling leisure lifestyles.
Learning Objectives: Identify three ways that the culture of aging is changing in Canada Demonstrate understanding of the Community Therapeutic Recreation Service Model Identify three opportunities for Therapeutic Recreation in the community with healthy and vibrant older adults
PCC: Program Development TR and Community Practice
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Administration of TR/RT Services Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
23 Wednesday JuneJune 1, 2016 3:45-5:15
Session Title: W12 - Upgrading Your Toolkit: Incorporating Research into Therapeutic Recreation Practice
Presenter: Shannon Hebblethwaite
Session Description: Research and evaluation are increasingly important in TR practice. This session will introduce the research process and explore ways to incorporate research into TR practice. The research process will be explained using case studies of three research projects that used different methodologies: 1) a study of the experience of community integration for individuals with mental health issues using qualitative interviews; 2) a participatory action research study of the experience of leisure in community-based stroke recovery; and 3) a mixed methods study (quantitative questionnaires and qualitative interviews) to explore the experience of a recreation program for individuals with traumatic brain injury. Participants will then have the opportunity to practice conducting a literature review, develop a research question, and analyze a short piece of data.
Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to explain how to conduct a literature review, including identifying keywords and searching databases. Participants will be able to explain how to use pre & post-test surveys and qualitative interviews in research. Participants will be able to explain how to code qualitative data using the constant comparative method (open, axial & selective coding).
PCC: Evaluation TR and Research
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
24 Wednesday June 1, 2016 5:30 – 6:30 PM Recreate Sessions
REC 1 – Massage (5:30-6:30)
Take some time for to relax and decompress after a busy day. Sign up for a massage appointment to help de-stress and loosen up. The Practitioners will be using Swedish massage techniques that will focus on the muscles in your neck, shoulders, back, arms, and hands. Appointment times will be included in your delegate package.
Cost: $20 to be paid in advance with conference registration
REC 2 -Hula Hooping! (5:30-6:15)
Our talented hula hoop instructor Heather is the founder of Guelph's "Royal City Hoop Union," a thriving weekly hoop dance and flow arts meetup. Heather will be leading you through Hoopdance 101, a beginner hoop class! Dance, laugh and get fit while learning the fundamentals of hoop dance. Hooping is a low-impact, cardio activity that strengthens your mind, body and spirit. Come out and let your inner-child play! Whether you’ve done hooping as a kid, or never tried it before, it will be a great time to work your core while having a blast!
Cost: $10 to be paid in advance with conference registration
25 Your 2016 Conference Social Committee Proudly Presents…
Join us on Wednesday Evening for the TRO & CTRA Awards Dinner followed by our 90’s party to celebrate the 20th anniversary of CTRA!
It is a great chance to meet up with friends you have not seen in a while and let your back bone slide. Come dressed for the part in your best Fresh Prince of Bel Air attire. It will be a great chance to network and to think back to those years when you were Saved by the Bell, rushed home to tape Beverly Hills 90210 on your top-of-the-line VHS recorder or maybe listened to MC Hammer on your boom box. Come and have a great time and you will be able to save the memory of a great party with your very own Polaroid picture. Party on Wayne, Party on Garth!!!
Cost: INCLUDED in your registration fees! Cash bar available
26 Thursday June 2, 2016 At-a-glance 6:45-7:30 Rise & Shine Sessions 7:30-9:00 Breakfast 8:00-9:00 Breakfast session with Joyce Rowlands of the College of Psychotherapy 8:00-9:00 Trade Show 9:00-10:00 Keynote Speaker - Tim Hague Winner of The Amazing Race Canada | Parkinson's Activist 10:00-10:15 Break and Trade Show 10:15-11:45 T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 Concurrent NCTRC DementiAbility Balancing Risk Chair Yoga in How Pole Sessions (90 Certification: Methods the and Recovery: your 70’s 80’s Walking mins) All You Need Montessori Way: Therapeutic and Beyond Enhances to Know Taking a Recreation in Mobility and Therapeutic Forensic Health… Approach to Psychiatry Activity Part I 11:45:12:45 Lunch and Trade Show 2017 TRO Conference Reveal 12:45-1:45 T6 T7 T8 T9 Concurrent Literacy- Creating Natural Supporting Kids in A Glimpse into the Sessions (60 Connecting Social Spaces in Camp: A Butterfly Care Home® mins) Through the Ages TR: Taking on the Community-Based Project in Canada Role of Leisure Model that Using Dementia Care Advocacy Supports Inclusion Strategies for of Children/Youth Therapeutic with Special Needs Recreation in Summer Camp 1:45-2:15 Break and Trade Show 2:15 -3:45 T10 T11 T12 T13 Concurrent TR and Music The DementiAbility Community Overview of NCTRC Sessions (90 Therapy Philosophy of Care: Recreation Therapy Recertification and mins) Collaboration- Is Culture Change and the Strengths- Specialty Certification Increasing Music Possible and Based Approach: Programs Interventions For Sustainable? Improving Patient Individuals with Part II Quality of Life Mental Illness 3:45 – 4:00 Break 4:00 – 5:00 T14 T15 T16 T17 T18 Concurrent Cognitive Active Start, Growing Exploring Self- Live It Fit Session (60 Stimulation for Active for Life: Gratitude: Using Compassion Everyday mins) Older Adults Creating a Positive and (LIFE): An with Cognitive Culture of Psychology in Perceptions of evidenced based Impairment Physical Activity TR Practice for Recreation program for for Children with Persons with Therapists’ residents living in Special Needs Mental Illness Professional Sienna’s Care Quality of Life Communities and Retirement Residences 5:30 5:30 Oktoberfest Social (Ev. 1) 5:45 Kitchener Market Top Chef Challenge Social (Ev. 2) 5:45 Bobby O’Brien’s and Beach Volleyball Social (Ev. 3) Dinner on Own
27 Thursday June 2, 2016 6:45-7:30 AM Rise & Shine Sessions
Early Bird1 – Aqua Fit
What better way to start your morning than hopping in the pool and getting your heart rate going?! Certified CALA Aqua Fit instructor Ally will be leading a Cardio Fit water aerobics class that will incorporate movements that use the water for resistance training. This will be a full body work out including both cardiovascular and strength training exercises and will be a great chance to socialize with your peers. Appropriate for all ages and all exercise experience. Space is limited!
Cost: $5 to be paid at registration (EB 1)
Early Bird2 – Yoga
Our Yoga instructor Shannon will offer alignment based hatha yoga, focusing on gentle movement that is initiated through your breath. Each pose you will find muscular strength, and from here you will enjoy a deep stretch, in a safe, therapeutic way. She will infuse the class with energizing poses, and you'll have fun while waking in a more mindful way.
Cost: $5 to be paid at registration (EB 2)
Early Bird3 – Bootcamp
Personal trainer Alison Scott, founder of PUSH Training, will be leading a fitness class to get you invigorated for the day. The class will be a "bootcamp" style class focusing on HIIT (high intensity interval training). Come prepared to sweat! All exercises will be easily modified to accommodate all fitness levels.
Cost: $5 to be paid at registration (EB 3) Please indicate your interest in taking part in one of these activities on the Registration Form.
28 Thursday June 2, 2016 8:00 – 9:00 Breakfast Session
Breakfast Session with Joyce Rowlands Registrar, College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
CRPO is the newly constituted regulatory authority for psychotherapists. Some TRO members have expressed concern about the controlled act of psychotherapy (still to be passed) and its broad definition and overlap with disciplines such as Therapeutic Recreation, particularly for TRO members who work in the field of mental health and addictions and who have additional training in modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour Training (CBT), or Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). While not applicable to all TR practitioners, there are some employers who are reviewing the legislation and asking whether their TR staff should register.
This session, which was organized by the TRO – College of Psychotherapy Working Group, is of interest to those TR practitioners who are wondering about whether they should register with the CRPO.
Joyce Rowlands will provide an overview of the role of the College and insight about registration with the College
29 Thursday June 2, 2016 9:00-10:00 Thursday Keynote Speaker
Tim Hague Sr. overcame the odds when he went from a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease to—just three years later—becoming the inaugural winner of CTV’s The Amazing Race Canada. Tim’s message of strength and courage leaves audiences motivated to meet life’s challenges and do more than they ever thought they could. Tim and his son, Tim Hague Jr., put their now-trademark perseverance to work while participating as a duo on The Amazing Race Canada. When the pair finally came out on top in the last competition of the race, they had never before won any stages and in fact had nearly been eliminated from the show twice. Despite the odds, “The Tims” as viewers affectionately dubbed them, kept their focus on overcoming one obstacle at a time to take the championship, a message of hope that Tim draws on in his talks. A registered nurse, Tim is active in the promotion of healthy, balanced lifestyles, and deeply involved in the promotion of Parkinson’s issues and building awareness around Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease working closely with groups such as the Parkinson Society and the Movement Disorder Clinic.
30 Thursday June 2, 2016 10:15-11:45
Session Title: T1 - NCTRC Certification: All You Need to Know Presenters: Susan Kaufer and Robin McNeal Session Description: This session provides an in depth coverage of the NCTRC Certification Standards. It will include the requirements for application, application process, exam information, and requirements to maintain your certification. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to describe the NCTRC Certification Standards. Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to describe the application process for Professional Eligibility. Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to demonstrate awareness of the NCTRC Exam.
PCC’s: Professional Development
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
31 Thursday June 2, 2016 10:15-11:45
Session Title: T2 - DementiAbility Methods the Montessori Way: Taking a Therapeutic Approach to Activity and Interventions Part I Presenters: Gail Elliot and Judy O’Neill Session Description: DementiAbility Methods the Montessori Way focuses on “abilities” and reminds TR’s that many abilities are spared well into the later stages of dementia. Founded by Gail Elliot, MA, Gerontologist & Educator; DementiAbility Enterprises introduces a philosophy of care and principles enabling TR’s to develop meaningful, purposeful programs and a prepared environment that focuses on enhancing resident engagement, while addressing needs that are commonly associated with responsive behaviours. This session will include tips and techniques for TR’s to formulate strategies that will facilitate culture change.
Learning Objectives: • Demonstrate understanding of DementiAbility Methods the Montessori Way, the philosophy and principles to enhance dementia programming • Identify TR’s role in preparing a supportive environment for individuals living with dementia • Apply DMMW during interactive opportunities during session to enhance skill
PCC’s: Program Delivery
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
32 Thursday June 2, 2016 10:15-11:45
Session Title: T3 - Balancing Risk and Recovery: Therapeutic Recreation in Forensic Psychiatry Presenters: Karen McCartney and Jodie Alderson Session Description: Students and practitioners are often curious about forensic psychiatry. Misconceptions and misinformation exist about this population. Patients experience a double stigma of having a mental disorder and having entered the justice system. The purpose of this session is to provide an introduction to providing therapeutic recreation services within a forensic psychiatry framework of mental health care. This session will explain the intersection of mental health care and the law, and the impacts this has on planning and providing therapeutic recreation programs and interventions. The presenters will provide examples of assessment, documentation, program planning, implementation, and evaluation methods. Special considerations for this population will be reviewed, with the opportunity for the audience to ask questions. Learning Objectives: • Define the double stigma inherent to forensic psychiatry patients (advocacy) • Explain the concept of balancing risk and recovery • List at least 3 considerations for providing care in a forensic psychiatry framework
PCC’s: TR and Community Practice Theoretical Foundations Diagnostic Groupings/Populations Outreach, Advocacy and Public Relations
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
33 Thursday June 2, 2016 10:15-11:45
Session Title: T4 - Chair Yoga in your 70’s and 80’s and Beyond Presenters: Joseanne Spiteri Session Description: Chair Yoga for the 70 plus? Yes it is possible! Research has shown that practicing yoga helps alleviate arthritis pain, increases bone density, improves balance, moderates chronic pain and helps in the prevention of falls, heart disease and strokes. This session will use a combination of lecture, demonstrations and a seated yoga practice to explore how chair yoga can improve the quality of life of the elderly senior population.
Learning Objectives: • Understand the general guidelines of developing a safe yoga practice for the senior population • Identify 8 common physical ailments faced by the elderly senior population that require consideration when they participate in a group exercise class. • Perform 6 specific yoga related exercises relevant to common conditions associated with aging
PCC’s: Program Development Intervention Program Delivery
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
34 Thursday June 2, 2016 10:15-11:45
Session Title: T5 How Pole Walking Enhances Mobility & Health - the Therapeutic Benefits of Whole-Body Movement, for Both Patient & Caregiver.
Presenter: Sheri Simson
Session Description: This session will be an introduction to Pole Walking & all its vast health benefits. Sharing how simply incorporating Poles can make a difference for everyone - from those patients who need assistance or want more stability - to those who want to have more of a workout & take walking to the next level. Participants will learn how & where Pole Walking can benefit both clients & one's personal self, as caregiver.
Learning Objectives: Participants will identify 3 basic factors that are prompted by a wide variety of exercise outcomes Participants will recognize the 2 parallels between patient activity - & their own Participants will learn 3 influences Pole Walking has made as it has evolved over history enhancing movement at all participant & fitness levels Participants will be able to identify the difference between Regular walking vs Pole Walking and will be able to list at least 4 potential outcomes for adding Poles to a walk The participant will list the 3 Pole Walking values that improve therapeutic relationships by the end of the session. The participant will learn the importance of proper Walking Pole set-up & experience the basic fundaments of Pole Walking - through instructor guidance & coaching of technique & form by the end of the session.
PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Implementation Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
35 Thursday June 2, 2016 12:45 - 1:45
Session Title: T6 - Literacy - Connecting Through the Ages
Presenters: Anne Casey Session Description: Literacy skills are maintained through interactive community linked programs. Learning Buddies, Intergenerational Song Circle, Reading and Reminiscing, Computer Buddies and Daisy Readers' Group
We have our frail through competent seniors involved in 5 different styles of intergenerational activities that keep them learning and sharing between generations.
Creating these partnerships builds a sense of community, decreases social isolation, challenges ageism and barriers to learning for children, students and seniors alike.
Learning Objectives: • Identify programs to maintain literacy skills for your clients • Identify possible partnerships • Identify goals, benefits to support ongoing community partnership
PCC’s: TR and Community Practice Intervention Program Delivery
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Assessment Process Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
36 Thursday June 2, 2016 12:45-1:45
Session Title: T7 – Creating Natural Social Spaces in TR: Taking on the Role of Leisure Advocacy Presenters: Colleen Whyte and Darla Fortune Session Description: Within the scope of TR services, we typically draw attention to our formalized goal-oriented interventions; however the experience of leisure is also a natural aspect of our lives. This session will explore ways TR practitioners can create leisure spaces that affirm the dignity of individuals with whom we work. Drawing on research conducted with people living, working and visiting a LTC home in Ontario, we highlight the ways in which natural social spaces sparked continued expressions of individuality, opportunities to nurture relationships and maintain family social roles. Participants will consider ways to enhance the lives of people with whom they work by encouraging continued relationships and opportunities for families and friends to feel welcome within these natural social spaces.
Learning Objectives: • Describe at least 2 ways that TR practice can advance relationship-centred practices • Provide one example of how the spaces in TR settings can spark continued expressions of individuality • Identify two strategies to create TR environments in which family and friends can contribute and feel welcome
PCC’s: Diagnostic Groupings/Populations Outreach, Advocacy and Public Relations Program Delivery TR and Research
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
37 Thursday June 2, 2016 12:45-1:45
Session Title: T8 - Supporting Kids in Camp: A Community-Based Model that Supports Inclusion of Children/Youth with Special Needs in Summer Camp Presenters: Heather Granger and Tiffany Fagan Session Description: Supporting Kids in Camp (SKIC) is a community based model in Guelph Wellington with the goal of facilitating the inclusion of children with special needs in local day camps. SKIC started in 2008 with a trillium grant and has grown to become a network of 10 community organizations with permanent ministry funding. This session will explore how SKIC supports over 80 children yearly in summer camps and recreation programs and enables summer camps to enhance their inclusion supports:
- Through the yearly hiring and training of 1 to 1 support counselors
- The provision of community wide inclusion training workshops and networking opportunities and recreation providers
- By educating parents on funding and recreation supports SKIC is an example of how through community practice; TR services can have a lasting impact on how a community supports and advocated for the inclusion of children with special needs in recreation programs.
Learning Objectives: • Demonstrate at least three strategies a TR could use to initiate a community wide 1 to 1 support program for children with special needs attending integrated and mainstream summer camp programs • Learn at least 3 strategies to engage and motivate community camps and organizations to create a network that supports shared inclusion training modules and recreation supports for families
PCC’s: TR and Community Practice Outreach, Advocacy and Public Relations
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
38 Thursday June 2, 2016 12:45-1:45
Session Title: T9 - A Glimpse into the Butterfly Care Home® Project in Canada Using Dementia Care Strategies for Therapeutic Recreation Presenters: Lapidolph Boateng and Renate Sainsbury Session Description: Lifestyle Options has initiated a Butterfly Care Home Project in Edmonton in hopes of revealing a new innovative approach to care services that will create a positive, engaging environment for those living with and working in dementia care.
This approach focuses on Dr. David Sheard's ‘Feelings Matter most’ philosophy of The Dementia Care Matters® program out of the United Kingdom. This project offers a unique insight for Recreation Therapists that helps to engage clients in identifying their personal interests, strengths and emotional barriers to wellness.
This interactive session will explore avenues of gaining an understanding of changes using personal reflection tools. The session will give participants the opportunity to engage in an interactive demonstration that will focus on changing the traditional approach to client interactions. These tools will assist in providing evidence of change in terms of interventions and improvements in quality of life for persons living with dementia.
Learning Objectives: • Demonstrate an understanding of Dr. David Sheard's philosophy of ‘Feelings Matter Most®’ • Gain experience of the ‘feelings based’ dining room experience • Identify three ‘feelings based’ Therapeutic Recreation settings for intervention strategies to reduce anxiety and negative expressive behaviours.
PCC’s: TR and Community Practice Intervention Program Delivery
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Implementation Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
39 Thursday June 2, 2016 2:15 – 3:45
Session Title: T10 - Clinical Best Guidelines: Therapeutic Recreation and Music Therapy Collaboration - Increasing Music Interventions for Individuals with Mental Illness Presenters: Amanda O'Keefe and Erin Bird Session Description: Ontario Shores Center for Mental Health Sciences uses the NICE Guidelines (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, and the purpose of it is it provides national guidance and advice to improve health and social care) to help enhance the quality of care and services for our patients. NICE & Ontario Shores identified Music Therapy as an effective intervention for reducing the negative symptoms for Schizophrenia (such as isolation and self harming behaviours). This session will review the collaboration between Music Therapy and Recreation Therapy of the work being completed at Ontario Shores within the Recreation Therapy Program. Recreation Therapist will walk away learning how to facilitate a 4 Week Music Program (Lyric Analysis, Song Mapping, Relaxation, Drumming) and as well a tool for evaluating the effectiveness of this program. Can gear this program to any population, not just Mental Health, Seniors, Adolescent etc.
Learning Objectives: • Gain an understanding of Clinical Best Practices for mental health (focusing on the NICE Guideline and how music is an effective intervention for persons with mental illness) • Identify importance of interprofessional collaboration to enhance program delivery • Upon completion of program, participants will know how to facilitate and evaluate 4 different types of programs that Recreation Therapist can use to increase music intervention within their practice PCC’s: Program Development Documentation Intervention Program Delivery Evaluation
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Documentation Implementation Administration of TR/RT Services Advancement of the Profession Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
40 Thursday June 2, 2016 2:15 – 3:45 Session Title: T11 - The DementiAbility Philosophy of Care: Is Culture Change Possible and Sustainable? Part II Presenters: Gail Elliot and Judy O'Neill Session Description: In this session TR’s will continue their journey from the evidence-based theory of DMMW in session 1 to creating and supporting this culture of change initiative. In order for dementia care to change we must change. DementiAbility Methods the Montessori Way empowers TR’s in recognizing, facilitating and capitalizing opportunities to engage staff in culture change initiatives. This session, influenced and supported through research, is embedded with experiences from practitioners world wide who have embarked on this culture change journey. Delegates will have the opportunity to collaborate, share and develop a plan that takes theory and their aspiration to change care practices to ACTION while addressing impact and sustainability.
Learning Objectives: • Demonstrate understanding of culture change theory and practice and utilize this knowledge to develop a plan of action • Identify barriers to culture change and demonstrate confidence when addressing barriers that could have a negative impact on this initiative • Apply strategies to engage the inter-disciplinary team in this culture change initiative
PCC’s: Program Delivery
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
41 Thursday June 2, 2016 2:15 – 3:45
Session Title: T12 - Community Recreation Therapy and the Strengths-based Approach: Improving Patient Quality of Life Presenters: Jeff Kopp Session Description: The Recreation Therapy program at Red Deer Primary Care Network was established to address the need for an individualized therapy program for patients wishing to make healthy lifestyle changes. The program incorporates both a patient-centred strengths-based approach, and the AMSO model of health promotion. Patients include those who are socially-isolated, experiencing life stage changes, or need further assistance following a group program. The Leisure Diagnostic Battery and the Health Quality of Life Survey are used to determine patient baseline status. Six month follow-up assessments have shown statistically significant increases in general health, vitality, social functioning, and mental health domains of the SF-12v2® survey. This session will provide Recreation Therapists with an understanding of a community- based preventative approach, and the use of assessment tools in assisting patients in improving their quality of life.
Learning Objectives: • Upon completion of this session, each participant will be able to understand community recreation therapy using a strengths-based approach. • Upon completion of this session, each participant will be able to understand the assessment tools and evaluation findings of this recreation therapy program • Upon completion of this session, each participant will be able to apply learnings from this primary care recreation therapy program to other community settings.
PCC’s: TR and Community Practice Evaluation
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
42 Thursday June 2, 2016 2:15 – 3:45
Session Title: T13 - Overview of NCTRC Recertification and Specialty Certification Programs Presenters: Susan Kaufer and Robin McNeal Session Description: This session provides an in depth coverage of recertification standards and requirements. Continuing education and professional experience will be described in detail. This session will also introduce the NCTRC Specialty Certification Program that was developed to formally recognize CTRS’s who have acquired advanced knowledge and experience in specific practice settings.
Learning Objectives: • Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to describe the NCTRC CTRS recertification standards including the two components, interpretive guidelines and necessary hours required for recertification. • Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to comprehend and describe the purpose of the Specialty Certification Program, including the entry qualifications and application process. • Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to comprehend and describe the recertification requirements of the Specialty Certification program as related to the existing NCTRC Recertification Program.
PCC’s: Professional Development
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
43 Thursday June 2, 2016 4:00 – 5:00 Session Title: T14 - Cognitive Stimulation for Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment
Presenters: Anne-Marie Sullivan, Carl Ings, and Jonathan Barrow Session Description: Older adults with cognitive impairment participated in a 6-week intervention as part of therapeutic recreation (TR) service delivery. Residents showed improvement in Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) scores and interviews with family members, TR staff and other volunteers and staff involved in the program noted improvements in residents' abilities in TR. TR practitioners will learn about all aspects of the program including participation selection, selecting appropriate interventions that focus on cognitive stimulation, delivery of these programs and evaluation of the program. It is important that TR practitioners begin carrying out formal research as part of evaluation. This session will highlight the link between practice and research from the perspectives of a researcher, a CTRS and a student completing his internship at the facility where the research was conducted.
Learning Objectives: • Identify the value of cognitive stimulation for residents with cognitive impairments • Understand the value of conducting research on the APIE process • Understand the importance of practitioners and researchers engaging in shared research • Describe the action research process.
PCC’s: Evaluation TR and Research
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Administration of TR/RT Services Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
44 Thursday June 2, 2016 4:00 – 5:00
Session Title: T15 - Active Start, Active for Life: Creating a Culture of Physical Activity for Children with Special Needs Presenters: Meg Shirley Session Description: What are the barriers to creating a culture of physical activity for persons with a disability? Canadian Sport for Life has developed the Long Term Athlete Development Model (LTAD) as a framework for developing physical literacy and creating a culture of physical activity, with the ultimate goal of “Active for Life”. This session will explore: • The concept of physical literacy and the challenges of developing physical literacy when a child has a disability • How physical literacy impacts participation in physical activity through the lifespan • The roles and responsibilities of various players (families, children’s treatment centres, community recreation providers) when the ultimate goal is “Active for Life” • How the LTAD model can be used to shape Therapeutic Recreation service delivery including functional intervention, leisure education, and community development, to support a culture of physical activity for persons with disabilities • Examples of how KidsAbility Centre for Child development has developed programs and partnerships through the lens of the LTAD model
Learning Objectives: • Demonstrate understanding of the LTAD model and the concept of physical literacy • Identify three strategies for reducing barriers to participation for children with special needs during the Active Start phase of the LTAD model • Identify three strategies for reducing barriers to participation for children with special needs during the FUNdamentals phase of the LTAD model
PCC’s: Program Development TR and Community Practice Theoretical Foundations
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
45 Thursday June 2, 2016 4:00 – 5:00
Session Title: T16 - Growing Gratitude: Using Positive Psychology in TR Practice for Persons with Mental Illness Presenters: Jackie Frail and Megan Campbell Session Description: Based on theories and interventions rooted in positive psychology and therapeutic recreation, Growing Gratitude is a locally designed 4-session leisure education program for persons in an acute mental health setting. Participants will learn about the benefits of gratitude and will have an opportunity to review the components of each session including module content, evidence- based gratitude interventions, and differentiated learning opportunities through the use of technology, discussions and activities. The presentation will include an overview of a pre and post subjective gratitude measure which is utilized as means to evaluate this program. Furthermore, the presenters will discuss how TR professionals can use gratitude and gratitude- based interventions within their practice as a means to increase participant well-being.
Learning Objectives: • Identify at least 2 evidence-based gratitude interventions that contribute to personal well-being. • Identify at least 3 benefits of cultivating gratitude in a person’s life. • Demonstrate understanding of an evaluation tool used to measure subjective gratitude as judged by self-assessment activity. • Formulate 1 suggestion for the application of a gratitude strategy in TR practice as judged by group discussion.
PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery Theoretical Foundations
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
46 Thursday June 2, 2016 4:00 – 5:00
Session Title: T17 - Exploring Self-Compassion and Perceptions of Recreation Therapists’ Professional Quality of Life Presenters: Ashlyn Stevens Session Description: Based on theories and interventions rooted in positive psychology and therapeutic Professional quality of life includes both the positive (compassion satisfaction) and negative (compassion fatigue) components that make up an individual’s quality of life in the workplace. Self- compassion has been found as a practice in other healthcare professions as a way to promote compassion satisfaction and reduce compassion fatigue. This session will describe research that explores the professional quality of life of recreation therapists and the use of self-compassion practices to enhance recreation therapists’ professional quality of life. Information about professional quality of life, and the benefits and how to apply self-compassion practices to your practice will be discussed.
Learning Objectives: • Describe two components of professional quality of life • Identify one way in which self-compassion can promote professional quality of life • Provide an example of a self-care/self-compassion exercise that could promote their own professional quality of life.
PCC’s: TR and Community Practice Professional Development TR and Research Theoretical Foundations
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Administration of TR/RT Services Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
47 Thursday June 2, 2016 4:00 – 5:00
Session Title: T18 - Live It Fit Everyday (LIFE): An evidenced based program delivery for residents living in Sienna’s Care Communities and Retirement Residences Presenters: Jill Gibson, Kim Fitzpatrick, Sonia Roul, Pat Spadafora, and Marta Owsik Session Description: The LIFE (Live It Fit Everyday) concept was developed by Sienna Senior Living to be implemented as an evidence based best practice physical activity program across the care communities and retirement residences in Ontario and British Columbia. As a result of their shared values and vision Sienna commissioned Sheridan Center for Elder Research Centre to create the LIFE framework. Sienna recognized that a framework and the resources to support the LIFE program implementation were imperative for the sustainability and success of this Signature Service. This Signature Service provides an exciting research based practicum opportunity for students. Attending this session would provide RT/TRs with an example of a research based program framework that is being implemented in practice across long term care and retirement living. Sienna Senior Living has partnered with 27 colleges and universities nationally while implementing this opportunity for residents.
Learning Objectives: • Participants will be able to identify three benefits of facilitating an evidence-based exercise program delivery for older adults residing in Long Term Care and Retirement Residences. • Participants will be able to demonstrate understanding of exercise principles and the theoretical background of implementing evidence based physical programs. • Participants will be able to demonstrate understanding of the F.I.T.T guidelines of physical programming. • Participants will be able to demonstrate understanding of three measurement tools for pre, mid-point and post testing to measure progress of participants engaging in program. • Participants will be able to identify three strategies for creating successful partnerships with post secondary educational institutions for the purpose of implementing programs that benefit a range of client groups.
PCC’s: Assessment Program Development Documentation Intervention Program Delivery Evaluation
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Implementation Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
48 2016 Annual Conference TRADESHOW The Viking Suite B & C June 2, 2016 8:00 am – 2:15 pm
Whether you are looking to network, gather information or see what’s new on the market, you are sure to find the Tradeshow worth a visit!
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Your 2016 Conference Social Committee Proudly Presents…
Oktoberfest Celebration Thursday June 2nd, 2016 from 5:30-11pm
To embrace the Bavarian history of Kitchener- Waterloo, where the largest Bavarian festival in North America is held each year, we are heading to a local microbrewery to have an Oktoberfest celebration! This night will include live music, German-style food, an Oktoberfest dancing performance, fun and games, and beer sampling. The event will be located at Block Three Brewing Company in St. Jacobs, a new brewery that crafts local and fresh ales of all sorts. Their staff will be offering free beer sampling (for those 19+) and tours of the brew house. There will be fun for everyone, so don’t be discouraged if you aren’t a beer drinker. Bus will leave from the hotel main entrance at 5:30pm.
Cost: $40; includes transportation to and from the event, dinner, and a free beer glass! Drink tickets are extra. Fee to be paid in advance with conference registration.
Kitchener Market Top Chef Challenge Thursday June 2nd, 2016 from 5:45 - 8pm
This fun and interactive social event will be a culinary challenge that provides teams with basic food ingredients, kitchen tools, cooking equipment, and the opportunity to put their own spin on the recipe using various seasonings/toppings. The chef leads each of the teams as they compete against one another to show their teamwork skills and their chef skills! At the end of the competition, the group sits down to enjoy the fruits of their labours, and the chef decides a winning team! Don’t feel like you need to be an expert in the kitchen, all cooking abilities welcome! Meet in the hotel lobby at 5:45pm and we will take the short walk to the market together.
Cost: $35; to be paid in advance with conference registration
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Your 2016 Conference Social Committee Proudly Presents…
A Night of Local Dining at Bobby O’Brien’s 5:45 pm and on
Thursday June 2nd, 2016
Bobby O’Brien’s is a local Irish Pub, just minutes from the hotel! Join in for a finger food buffet and awesome live music. This will be a night to socialize and kick back while enjoying a friendly and warm atmosphere indoors and on the patio. For those who are interested, sign up for a recreational volleyball tournament that will take place in the restaurant’s courtyard (please indicate upon registration if you would like to participate). Meet in the hotel lobby at 5:45 pm
Cost: $15; to be paid in advance with conference registration
51 Friday June 3, 2016 At-a-glance
7:00 Breakfast 7:45 Closing Remarks 8:00-9:30 F1 F2 F3 F4 Resource Guide Implications of Reflective Program Concurrent for Changing Practice and Development and Sessions Interprofessional Demographics for Therapeutic Delivery Based (90 mins) Managers to Therapeutic Recreation: on Montessori for Increase Recreation Why It’s Dementia Knowledge of Practice Important and Recruitment, How to Get Qualifications, Started Competencies, Supervision, and Role Optimization of Recreation Therapists within their Teams 9:30-10:30 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 Dealing with Fear Exploring the How to Give From Rec- Equine- Concurrent in Recovery: What Use of a Back – A centricity to Assisted Sessions Therapeutic Therapeutic Seniors Recreation Learning in (90 mins) Recreation Garden for Community Therapy at Mental professionals need Seniors with Project Youth Health to know Dementia Addiction Care: A Services Natural Fit Calgary: A with History of Recreation Passion, Therapy? Innovation, Compassion, Experiential Activities, and FLOW! 10:30- Break 10:45
10:45- Reflections of the Past, Present, and Future of Therapeutic Recreation: 12:15 An International Perspective Douglas Cripps, Dawn De Vries, and Anne Richard
12:30 Seated Lunch for CTRA – TRO Boxed Lunch
1:00 CTRA Annual General Meeting
52 Friday June 3, 2016 8:00-9:30
Session Title: F1 - Resource Guide for Interprofessional Managers to Increase Knowledge of Recruitment, Qualifications, Competencies, Supervision, and Role Optimization of Recreation Therapists within their Teams.
Presenters: Jane Papenhuyzen, Jane Crawford, Patti Lanigan, Glenn Skimming, and Kari Medd
Session Description: Role clarification is one of six competency domains essential for interprofessional collaborative practice (CIHC National Interprofessional Competency Framework, 2010). Clearly articulated clinical roles, skills, and unique and shared knowledge support full role utilization. The Alberta Health Services Recreation Therapy Provincial Professional Practice Council will share their provincial resource guide developed to support managers, supervisors and/or clinical leads from other professional backgrounds in roles of recruiting, managing and supervising recreation therapists. The resource was formulated based on focus group feedback from frontline recreation therapists and regular inquiries from managers about hiring, qualifications, competencies and evaluation of recreation therapists within their teams. Through this resource guide, the Council provides an understanding of the clinical roles of recreation therapists in order to support role clarification in collaborative care environments and to optimize recreation therapy practice. The resource also outlines the competencies and clinical process of recreation therapy to support meaningful performance conversations.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify 3common challenges that interprofessional managers/supervisors encounter when they recruit, supervise and evaluate the recreation therapists within their teams. Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify 3 key strategies for explaining the competencies and qualifications of recreation therapists to interprofessional managers/supervisors. Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to 3 benefits of developing a resource guide for managers to optimize recreation therapy practice in collaborative care environments.
PCC’s: Professional Development Theoretical Foundations Organizing/Managing Services Agency and TR Service Plan
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Administration of TR/RT Service Advancement of the Profession Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
53 Friday June 3, 2016 8:00-9:30
Session Title: F2 - Implications of changing demographics for therapeutic recreation practice
Presenter: Rebecca Genoe, Tristan Hopper and Jerry Singleton
Session Description: The purpose of this session is to explore changing demographics and their implications for therapeutic recreation practice. As noted by Lahey (1998): “Any therapeutic intervention we can facilitate can only have a meaning in terms of leisure, and leisure today can only be understood in light of global changes in technology, population growth and the labor force” (Lahey, 1998, p. 19). Thus, consideration of changing demographics impacts practice at the local level. The presenters will consider key issues related to world demographics including population aging, immigration, disability, and mental health. Practical implications of these key issues, including meeting the therapeutic recreation needs of older adults, new Canadians, and those with mental health considerations will be addressed.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify four ways that world demographics are changing. Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify at least three ways changing demographics is or will impact their practice. Upon completion of this session, participants identify at least three strategies for addressing changing demographics in their own practice
PCC’s: Diagnostic Grouping/Populations Program Delivery Theoretical Foundations
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
54 Friday June 3, 2016 8:00-9:30
Session Title: F3 - Reflective Practice and Therapeutic Recreation: Why It’s important and how to get started
Presenter: Tiffany Morin
Session Description: Participation in this 90 minute interactive session will introduce the concept of reflective practice through writing. As TR practitioners we often reflect on situations and experiences and use that reflection to improve. There is power in writing! Get motivated to create your own TR reflective journal and continue to advance your practice and our profession.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify at least 3 varieties of reflective questions. Upon completion of this session, participants will have performed the skill of guided reflective writing to address clinical scenarios relating to TR Practice. Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify three ways in which adding reflective writing to your practice will advance you as a TR practitioner.
PCC’s: Professional Development Evaluation
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
55 Friday June 3, 2016 8:00-9:30
Session Title: F4 - Program Development and Delivery Based on Montessori for Dementia
Presenter: Donna Ray
Session Description: There is more to Montessori than folding towels, sorting everything from coins to pencils and one-on-one sessions. By participating in this session RT/TR will benefit by learning to expand their use of Montessori to many of the programs in their calendar. By applying the theories and concepts, RT/TR will learn to develop strategies to adapt programs from large group to small group settings by modifying them to address the needs and abilities of the clients. In addition, RT/TR will learn ways to incorporate the Montessori principles into their daily practice and recognize the potential to transform underutilized materials into effective interventions. We’ve all seen the videos and read about Montessori having magical results. It’s not magic, it’s practical change one step at a time.
Learning Objectives: Identify the 10 Principles of Montessori Methods for Dementia Demonstrate understanding of the principles by identifying strategies to support individuals based on needs, skills, interests and abilities Identify strategies to adapt a program to engage individuals at different levels of ability Demonstrate knowledge by developing vertical programming based these theories and concepts Utilize resources and examples to identify and implement modalities that are appropriate for client’s goals
PCC’s: Program Development Program Delivery
NCTRC Job Analysis Area: Foundational Knowledge Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
56 Friday June 3, 2016 9:30- 10:30
Session Title: F5 – Dealing with Fear in Recovery: What Therapeutic Recreation Professionals need to know
Presenter: Anne- Marie Sullivan
Session Description: As TR practitioners we are concerned with the quality and potential of human life. As such, we focus on how to maximize independent leisure functioning as part of the overall human experience. One task that many TR practitioners must address is that of overcoming barriers to leisure participation. Common barriers include, accessibility, lack of leisure skills, lack of time, financial difficulties, and lack of understanding of the value of leisure among others. One barrier that can be more difficult to identify and can impact all aspects of recovery including leisure engagement is fear. We need to make sure that when conducting assessments, we explore all perceived and real barriers, including fear. It is also crucial that programs are developed so that addressing fear can be included in a variety of interventions. Fear can be a hindrance to recovery and without helping clients overcome this fear, we may be unable to help them achieve maximum leisure functioning.
Learning Objectives:
Demonstrate an understanding of fear as a major barrier to recovery and leisure participation Identify at least three ways that fear can be limiting in the recovery process Identify strategies to help clients overcome fear through leisure Consider ways to incorporate fear reducing strategies into existing programming
PCC’s: Program Development Professional Development Intervention
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Implementation Administration of TR/RT Services
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
57 Friday June 3, 2016 9:30-10:30
Session Title: F6 - Exploring the use of a Therapeutic Garden for Seniors with Dementia
Presenters: Danielle Krisman & Willie Sit
Session Description:
Participants will learn about therapeutic values of gardening and sensory stimulation through horticulture activities for individuals with dementia. TRs will discuss the interprofessional approach to utilizing an outdoor garden space and strategies to engage patients of various cognitive and functional abilities. Practical approaches to developing and maintaining an outdoor and indoor gardening program will be shared. Participants will learn the benefits of a therapeutic garden environment and its impact on engagement and behavior in individuals with dementia.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to: Identify benefits of therapeutic gardening programs for individuals with dementia List implementation steps and strategies for a therapeutic gardening group Provide examples of how an enriched sensory environment impacts therapeutic group programming Identify methods to engage with and involve the interprofessional team in the provision of a therapeutic gardening program
PCC’s: Assessment Intervention Program Development Program Delivery Documentation Evaluation
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
58 Friday June 3, 2016 9:30-10:30
Session Title: F7 - How to Give Back – A Seniors Community Project
Presenter: Julie Casaert, Carlie Riedstra, and Stephanie Lamanna
Session Description:
“How to Give Back– A Senior Community Project” began when two needs were identified within our programs. One was the desire to give back to others the other was to provide an increased sense of purpose to our clients. There were multiple positive outcomes and effect on our clients during each project. The projects and the ability to give to others was able to provide participants with increased self-esteem, decreased isolation, increased feelings of helpfulness, and a greater sense of social responsibility.
As a group we were able to discuss areas in need, bring in guest speakers from various organizations which provided educational opportunities. Prepare materials needed to assist participants in reconnecting throughout the project.
Over the last year multiple projects have been completed. From those that were selected we all worked together to prepare the “Give Back” items and we look forward to what we can give next.
Learning Objectives:
Be able to identify three benefits Discuss at least 3 ways to assist in ‘giving back’ Identify 2 ways in which you can connect everyone to the project Participate in receiving a “Give Back” and identify how it felt to be a recipient
PCC’s: Program Development TR & Community Practice Program Delivery
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Implementation
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
59 Friday June 3, 2016 9:30-10:30
Session Title: F8 - From Rec-centricity to Recreation Therapy at Youth Addiction Services Calgary: a history of passion, innovation, compassion, experiential activities, and FLOW!
Presenters: Ken Trudeau and Jayne Stewart
Session Description: This interactive, experiential and discussion-based presentation will reveal the rec-centric history and ongoing programming of the Adolescent Addictions Intensive Day Treatment Program (ACTION) and Youth Addictions Services (formerly AADAC) Calgary. The presentation will explore the deep rooted convictions toward recreation and leisure and experiential-based programming at YAS-C and it's evolution. It will speak to newly developed components of its recreation service delivery such as Leisure Education Modules like "Flow Hacking", individual and group evaluation scales, the expansion of programming to meet more clients' needs, and a general overview or the spectrum of services that YAS-C delivers. The session will also touch upon the re-development of the Adolescent Addictions Intensive Day Treatment Program (ACTION) in its attempts to modernize content, include both harm reduction and abstinence approaches, and to increase its capacity to work with clients with concurrent disorders/issues.
Learning Objectives: Attendees will leave with ideas for, and a greater understanding of program development and delivery for this population that could be relevant to other populations. Attendees will leave with and understanding of our assessment tool, its creation and the process of recreation therapy assessment and treatment plans. Attendees will leave with and understanding of how we evaluate the recreation therapy programs and individual sessions. Attendees will leave with a greater understanding of how recreation has been applied as treatment in our services and the use of experiential activities as well. This should also include ideas to borrow from. Attendees will leave with an understanding of how and why we deliver our leisure education groups as we do. Attendees will leave with a greater understanding of the population we serve.
PCC’s: Assessment Program Development Documentation Diagnostic Grouping/Populations Program Delivery Evaluation Theoretical Foundations
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Foundational Knowledge Implementation Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
60 Friday June 3, 2016 9:30-10:30
Session Title: F9 – Equine-Assisted Learning in Mental Health Care: A Natural Fit with Recreation Therapy?
Presenter: Anna- Marie Duffy
Session Description: This session will highlight the findings from a comprehensive literature review focused on the use of Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) and Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL) within health care settings. Through this review, EAL is validated as a promising practice within mental health care services. To endorse the integration of EAL within mental health care, the purpose statements and goals of AAT, EAL, Recreation Therapy (RT) and Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) are reviewed. Solidarity of purpose is found under the banner of improved quality of life for patients. With this shared purpose, RTs are positioned as ideal EAL facilitators that have the potential to collectively advance practice and research within this form of AAT. For RTs working in mental health care settings, evidence-informed EAL certification is an opportunity to connect a passion for horses with engaging and compassionate care for patients.
Learning Objectives: Demonstrate an understanding of current literature on Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) and Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL) within health and mental health care settings. Substantiate EAL as a promising practice within mental health care settings. Identify RT, AAT, EAL and Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) purpose statements and goals and determine mutual purpose under the banner of improved quality of life. Establish a basic understanding of EAL. Position RTs as ideal EAL facilitators within mental health care settings. Consider the inclusion of EAL and the implications for RT practice.
PCC’s: Program Development Professional Development Diagnostic Groupings/Populations Intervention Theoretical Foundations
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Implementation Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
61 Friday June 3, 2016 10:45 – 12:15 Panel Presentation
Reflections of the Past, Present, and Future of Therapeutic Recreation: An International Perspective Presenters: Douglas Cripps, Dawn De Vries, and Anne Richard
Session Description: Recreation Therapy as a profession has progressed through many stages since its inception. Join us for a discussion of how the profession has grown from early infancy to adulthood and how through collaboration, our organizations are supporting the future grown of the profession.
Learning Objectives: Differentiate the gaols and objectives of a membership association v. a credentialing body. State how ATRA, NCTRC and CTRA have supported the growth of the TR Profession. Identify the importance of a unified approach for the field of TR.
PCC’s: Program Development TR Research
NCTRC Job Analysis Areas: Advancement of the Profession
Please note that PCC’s & CEU’s approval is currently pending
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Did you Sign up for PCC’s or CEU’s?
PCC’s – TRO’s Professional Contribution Credits Are you Registered (R/TRO, R/TRO DIP) with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario? Thinking about becoming Registered with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario? Do you need to submit proof of attendance at the TRO/CTRA Conference to your workplace? Would you like proof of your attendance at the TRO/CTRA conference for your professional portfolio? Sign up to collect PCC’s: Be sure to check your PCC box on the Conference Registration Form and purchase online to avoid delay during the conference
Please note that PCC approval is pending. Once approval is achieved the Brochure will be updated and reposted on both the TRO and CTRA websites. We appreciate your understanding in this matter
CEU’s – Continuing Education Units Are you a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) with the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) Do you need to collect Continuing Education Units for the purpose of Re-certifying with NCTRC? Sign up to collect CEU’s Be sure to check your CEU box on the Conference Registration Form and purchase online to avoid delay during the conference
Please note that CEU approval is pending. Once approval is achieved the Brochure will be updated and reposted on both the TRO and CTRA websites. We appreciate your understanding in this matter
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How to get “Connected” Registration Information
Early Bird Registration deadline: April 8, 2016 Advanced Fee deadline: May 9, 2016
Early Bird Advanced Fee Last Call Fee Registration Options Type Until April 8th Until May 9 th TRO & CTRA Members Full $450.00 $500.00 $550.00 TRO & CTRA Student Members (ID required) Full flat rate $225.00 $250.00 $275.00 Non‐Members Full $500.00 $550.00 $600.00 Student Non‐Members (ID required) Full flat rate $250.00 $275.00 $300.00 Daily Fees Wednesday June 1 - Pre-conference Option Daily $45.00 $45.00 $45.00 Wednesday June 1 – TRO & CTRA Member Daily $350.00 $375.00 $400.00 Wednesday June 1 – Non Member Daily $375.00 $400.00 $425.00 Thursday June 2 – TRO & CTRA Member Daily $350.00 $375.00 $400.00 Thursday June 2 – Non Member Daily $375.00 $400.00 $425.00 Friday June 3 - TRO & CTRA Member Daily $200.00 Friday June 3 - Non Member Daily $230.00 Speaker Fees Presenter ‐ Full Registration (1 person) $250.00 Panel - Full Registration $300.00 Presenter 1 day registration Wed or Thurs $200.00 Presenter 1 day registration Fri $125.00
Don’t delay!! You don’t want to miss this opportunity for “Connection”! Click on the link below to access our Registration Form:
Click HERE for Registration Form
While we will do our best to accommodate all session choices, please keep in mind that changes to the program may arise. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
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Hotel Information Accommodations
Crowne Plaza Kitchener-Waterloo Hotel 105 King Street East, Kitchener Ontario - N2G2K8, Canada
To book your room: By following the link provided below, conference delegates/exhibitors/presenters can book online 24 hours a day.
TRO & CTRA 2016- Crowne Plaza Kitchener Booking Link
As a secondary option, you can also call 1-877-424-4188 or 1-519-744-4141 to book via telephone. Make sure you quote the group name “TRO and CTRA Conference” to get the $119 per night group rate. This hotel rate is also available for up to three days pre and post conference. The deadline for booking is May 17, 2016
Both of these options will be available until the cut-off date of May 17, 2016.
Note: For those checking into the hotel Tuesday May 31, 2016 night, early conference registration will be available in the hotel lobby that evening from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
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Directions Destination: Crowne Plaza Kitchener-Waterloo Hotel 105 King Street East, Kitchener Ontario - N2G2K8, Canada
From Toronto, Ontario: Take Hwy 401 West London to Exit 278 Stay to the RIGHT and follow Kitchener-Waterloo onto Hwy 8 Stay to the LEFT lanes and exit onto King St. East Follow King St. East into downtown Kitchener Turn LEFT onto Benton St. The Crowne Plaza Kitchener-Waterloo front entrance and driveway to parking will be on your LEFT.
From London, Ontario: Take Hwy 401 East Toronto to Exit 278 King St./Hwy 8 (2nd exit) Follow King St./Hwy 8 North Stay to the RIGHT and exit onto Hwy 8 ramp to Kitchener-Waterloo onto Hwy 8 Stay to the LEFT lanes and exit onto King St. East Follow King St. East into downtown Kitchener Turn LEFT onto Benton St. The Crowne Plaza Kitchener-Waterloo front entrance and driveway to parking will be on your LEFT.
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Transportation Information
Avis Car Rental Book your reservation online at Avis.com or Call the reservation office: 1-800-331-1600 Use Avis Worldwide Discount or AWD # D016848
WestJet Airlines Book online at https://www.westjet.com/guest/en/flights/index.shtml Book via telephone by calling 1-888-937-8538 (1-888-WESTJET) or TTY for hearing impaired: 1-877-952-0100 (Toll-free) Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
WestJet is offering delegates a 10% discount on flights when you use the promo code YYZ02 or coupon code F7OV7WA. This discount is available for travel period between May 26th to June 9th 2016.
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Transportation Information (cont’d)
Airways Transit Book a reservation online at http://www.airwaystransit.com/reservation.shtml or Call the Kitchener-Waterloo reservation office: 1 (519) 886-2121 Conference delegate rate of $69 per one-way fare
VIA Rail Book online at http://www.viarail.ca/en Book via telephone by calling toll-free: 1 888 VIA-RAIL (1 888 842-7245) or TTY 1 800 268-9503 (hearing impaired). This discount is available for travel period between May 30th 2016 to June 5th 2016
Conference delegates will receive a 10% off discount the best available fare in Economy, Economy Plus, Business, Business Plus, Sleeper, or Sleeper Plus class. Discount does not apply in any Escape Class fares. Use the discount code 13241.
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