Episode 30: Recreation Therapy for Retired Firefighters: Engaging Older Adult Males

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Real Talk Recreation Therapy

33 episodes

5 days ago

On this podcast, Carol and Jana, two Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists, talk about real experiences and real research that back up the use of Recreation Therapy as a method of treatment for a variety of populations and in a variety of settings. We try to keep it real, as we address concerns and successes that we’ve had, that we think other RTs might relate to, as we navigate this awesome career field. We don’t have it all figured out, but one thing we know for sure is, everything gets a lot easier when you can talk it out with a friend.

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Episode 30: Recreation Therapy for Retired Firefighters: Engaging Older Adult Males

Real Talk Recreation Therapy

54 minutes 59 seconds

5 months ago

Episode 30: Recreation Therapy for Retired Firefighters: Engaging Older Adult Males

In this unique episode of Real Talk Recreation Therapy, we sit down with recreation therapists working inside a unique assisted living facility designed specifically for retired firefighters. Tune in as we explore what recreation therapy looks like in a Firemen’s Home, how these therapists tailor therapeutic interventions for older adult males, and why understanding your client population is key to providing meaningful, person-centered care.

We dive into the challenges and opportunities of working with a predominantly male population, and creative ways to build trust and engagement with older adults who’ve spent their lives in high-risk, high-impact careers. If you work in geriatric recreation therapy, assisted living, or male-centered programming, this episode is full of practical insights and inspiring stories.

Shownotes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NQMGwGpPQnKPQJrhR0jl7W1oZxOTLYp-OoEQJePoKMw/edit?usp=sharing

Keywords: recreation therapy, therapeutic recreation, firefighter assisted living, Firemen’s Home, older adult males, senior recreation therapy, therapeutic interventions for men, geriatric recreation, male engagement activities, CTRS, person-centered care