|
|
|
2006
PTRS Bulletin Board
current guestbook
I am currently studying
TR through SIAST, Kelsey Campus - Distance
ED. For an assignment I would appreciate hearing
from the professionals in what they percieve
to be the most important skills for a Therapeutic
Recreation Therapist to possess.
masha myraffard_AT_sasktel.net
- , IP Address: 69111334
Whether tragic events
touch your family personally or are brought into
your home via newspapers and television, you can
help children cope with the anxiety that violence,
death, and disasters can cause. Listening and talking
to children about their concerns can reassure them
that they will be safe. Start by encouraging them
to discuss how they have been affected by what
is happening around them. Even young children may
have specific questions about tragedies. Children
react to stress at their own developmental level.
The Caring for Every Child's Mental Health Campaign
offers these pointers for parents and other caregivers:
* Encourage children to ask questions. Listen to
what they say. Provide comfort and assurance that
address their specific fears. It's okay to admit
you can't answer all of their questions. * Talk
on their level. Communicate with your children
in a way they can understand. Don't get too technical
or complicated. * Find out what frightens them.
Encourage your children to talk about fears they
may have. They may worry that someone will harm
them at school or that someone will try to hurt
you. * Focus on the positive. Reinforce the fact
that most people are kind and caring. Remind your
child of the heroic actions taken by ordinary people
to help victims of tragedy. * Pay attention. Your
children's play and drawings may give you a glimpse
into their questions or concerns. Ask them to tell
you what is going on in the game or the picture.
It's an opportunity to clarify any misconceptions,
answer questions, and give reassurance. * Develop
a plan. Establish a family emergency plan for the
future, such as a meeting place where everyone
should gather if something unexpected happens in
your family or neighborhood. It can help you and
your children feel safer. If you are concerned
about your child's reaction to stress or trauma,
call your physician or a community mental health
center.
John Atkins John Atkins
- , IP Address: 6877193181
Re-Creative Resources has a variety of continuing
education opportunities for Recreation and Activity Professionals in Long-Term
Care, scheduled for the fall of 2006. Topics include: "Taking the Write Path:
Recreation Documentation for Quality of Life", "Introduction to Horticultural
Therapy: People, Plants, and Tools" and "Management Mania: Successful Management
Strategies for the Activity Professional". For more information, visit our website
at www.recreativeresources.com. Our site also features a variety of recreation
training forms, manuals, and forms (some free!), CMS Survey Swap, free job posting,
and great resources.
Kimberly Grandal Kim_AT_recreativeresources.com
- , IP Address: 205188116131
I am currently working on my TR diploma, and one
of the requirements for the assignment that I am working on is to ask professionals, "what
they perceive to be the most important skills for a Recreation Therapist to possess?" Your
comments are muchly appreciated. Thanks.
Marie darryl.seib_AT_sasktel.net
- , IP Address: 69117424
As Therapeutic Recreation Professionals, what do
you regard as the most relevant skills for a person in this field to possess?
Ruth rahare_AT_sympatico.ca
- , IP Address: 65941318
Hello to any readers of the PTRS Bulletin Board.
Just a reminder that the 38th Annual Therapeutic Recreation Institute is in our
near future June 6-9, 2006 in Grantville. If you have not received your registration
guide please contact me at the PRPS office at 814 234-4272 or at whartsock@prps.org
or you can down load it from our website. I encourage everyone to attend not
only do we have great keynotes and closing notes but you can earn a total of
1.8 CEU's if you attend the whole conference and each session. On a single day
you can earn up to .75 CEU's. If you are in a CEU crunch this is the place to
get them. The cost is great also which includes , food, rooming, and educational
sessions and socials. DON"T DELAY SIGN UP TODAY !!
Wendy Jo Hartsock whartsock
- , IP Address: 6916258138
16:15:45 [Birdman] I know the TRI is geared to nursing
homes, then in-pt-rehab, then MH/MR, then lastly adm/professional...but I work
in Community Recreation /TR with Phys/Dis Peds. Why can't there be more general
workshops or peds ???? 16:18:12 [Birdman] Our profession is always looking for
publisd professional research & outcomes, why not a workshop on how to get your
outcomes published!
Birdman Bernie of the Cold North Country beroconnor_AT_adelphia.net
- , IP Address: 69710168
I am interested in learning more about PTRS and their
mission and goals. I currently work for a neighboring school district and am
seeking employment in the Human services/recreation field. I have a BA in Psychology,
am a certified Massage Therapist and am currently taking classes toward an additional
degree. I have many ideas about improving the "quality of life" and assisting
with ADL skills of our seniors in need. I can be contacted at this email or home.
Thank-you!
Connie Mcgann
onnie McGann cmcsingz_AT_yahoo.com
- , IP Address: 6885127135
|
|
|
|
