Explore a variety of specialized recreation applications for older adults in community and institutional settings. Topics will cover volunteer inclusion, special event planning, sensory stimulation, cognitive programs, music programs, food-related programs, horticultural programs, intergenerational programs, movement/exercise programs, animal assisted programs, humour programs, reminiscing programs and spiritual programs. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to implement program options that meet the expected outcomes of your clients' care plan.
Therapeutic Activities with Persons Disabled By Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders is a required textbook for this course. Please contact the Campus Store to enquire about the book, https://www.rrc.ca/campusstore/.