1 ANNUAL CONFERENCE GUIDE ATRA Annual Conference Indianapolis Indiana ON-SITE PROGRAM Please note that this On-Site Program replaces previous pre-conference versions. Session numbers have changed. Please look carefully at session titles to determine which sessions you wish to attend. Earn up to 2.55 TOTAL CEUs • 1.9 Full Package Registration (.65 Full-Day Pre-Conference) • All CEU qualified educational sessions have been pre-approved by NCTRC.
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ANNUAL CONFERENCE GUIDE
ATRA Annual Conference Indianapolis Indiana
ON-SITE PROGRAM
Please note that this On-Site Program replaces previous
pre-conference versions. Session numbers have changed. Please look carefully at session titles to
determine which sessions you wish to attend.
Earn up to 2.55 TOTAL CEUs • 1.9 Full Package Registration (.65 Full-Day Pre-Conference) • All CEU qualified educational
sessions have been pre-approved by NCTRC.
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Inside Front Cover – Color IU Disability Ad Two other ads: (size, color, placement on both do not matter) 2011 Illinois RTA Conference RTI Ad
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WELCOME TO INDIANAPOLIS AND THE ATRA ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Indianapolis offers a multitude of action opportunities and attractions. The question is not what is there to do, but how to fit it all in. Two must-sees are our iconic Monument Circle (home to the Hilbert Circle Theatre and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra) in the very heart of downtown and the world-famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway, currently celebrating its centennial and offering track tours and its year-round Hall of Fame Museum. There’s the Indianapolis Cultural Trail: an artwork-studded pedestrian and cycling pathway that, unlike anything else in the world. The ATRA Annual Conference is located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis with a multitude of restaurants, shops and local areas of interest – be sure to walk around a bit and explore this great city! ATRA’s Conference Committee and Board of Directors welcome you to Indianapolis. We hope that you have a wonderful conference experience. If we can help improve your stay, please let us know!
…… CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES ………… Following the conference, attendees will be able to:
Discuss a variety of ideas that have professional practice relevance. Attendees will leave armed with ideas and solutions that can be implemented in their practice, including hands on learning and practical tools.
Document earned continuing education units necessary for recertification and professional development.
Identify wasy to contribute to the recreational therapy profession and the association at the local, state and national levels.
Describe how to improve and update quality of services for clients.
Articulate the benefists of networking with other professionals. ATRA Board of Directors Atra 2010-2011 Board of Directors President ...................................................................... Mary Ann Aquadro, Ph.D., CTRS President-Elect ...........................................................................Vicki Scott, M.S., CTRS Secretary ..................................................................... Heather J. Sedletzeck, CTRS, DT Treasurer ........................................................................................... Lisa Morgan, CTRS Members-At-Large............................................................ Carolee Rodrigo, CTRS, RTC Kari Kensinger, Ph.D., CTRS Nancy Navar, Re.D., CTRS Richard Williams, Ph.D., CTRS
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Ramon Zabriskie, Ph.D., TRS, CTRS Ad Hoc Member .......................................................... Michael Sutherland, M.Ed., CTRS
Chair-Chapter Affiliate Council
2011 Host Committee 2010 Conference Chair ............... Mary Ann Keogh Hoss, Ph.D., CTRS, FACHE, FDRT Indianapolis Conference Chair........................ Marieke Van Puymbroeck, Ph.D., CTRS Indianapolis Program Chair(s) ...................................... Heather Sedletzeck, CTRS, DT
Julie Foster, M.S., CTRS Social Committee Chair .............................................................. Jen Piatt, Ph.D., CTRS Logistics Committee Chair ................................................... Melissa Zahl, Ph.D., CTRS Program Committee ...................................................................Vicki Scott, M.S., CTRS
2011 Peg Connolly Scholarship Recipients ATRA’s Peg Connolly Scholarship program provides working scholarships to the Annual Conference for 8 students (graduate and undergraduate). These students serve as CEU monitors throughout the conference and have opportunities to interact with professionals and develop their leadership skills. Mallory Meehan ● Texas State University Constance Cybulski ● Western Illinois University- Quad Cities Jasmine Townsend, M.S., CTRS, Doctoral Candidate ● Indiana University Brent Hawkins, M.S., LRT/CTRS ● Clemson University Ashley Hinzmann, CTRS ● The University of Iowa Sandy Ung ● Grand Valley State University Shannon O'Rawe ● Western Carolina University Megan Hunt ● Western Carolina University
Recognizing ATRA’s Lifetime Professional Members Mary Ann Aquadro, Ph.D., CTRS C. Missy Armstrong-Beyerlin, M.S., CTRS Carla Carmichael, CTRS Daniel Danner, BA, CTRS Jill Ellison J. Kevin Enright, CTRS Julia Sophia Fleming, M.S., TR Lisa Greene, CTRS Robin M. Greenfield, M.A., CTRS Martha T. Judge, MISA, CTRS Kari M. Kensinger, Ph.D., CTRS Mary Ann Keogh Hoss, Ph.D., CTRS, FACHE Suzanne Melcher-Thompson, MA, LRT/CTRS, LMBT, HTPA Sharon Nichols, CTRS/L Patrick Patterson, BA, CTRS Marcia D. Smith, M.A., CTRS, H/FI Norma J. Stumbo, Ph.D., CTRS
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Alane Thomas, CTRS Diane Wagner-Heffner, M.A., CTRS, CBIS Elizabeth Kay Wolff, CTRS Heewon Yang, Ph.D., CTRS
Leadership ATRA Leadership ATRA was led by Nancy McFarlane in 2011. Congratulations to these two new Leadership ATRA graduates: Janis Smith, CTRS, RTC, MS (Ph.D., ABD) Jerrell Nelson
Editor – Annual in Therapeutic Recreation 2012 (Volume 20) - Jeff Witman, Ed.D., CTRS
Associate Editors/Annual in Therapeutic Recreation 2011 Nancy Richeson, Ph.D., CTRS Brad Wardlaw, Ph.D., CTRS Melissa Zahl, Ph.D., CTRS Heewon Yang, Ph.D., CTRS Tim Passmore, Ed.D., CTRS Carla E.S. Tabourne, Ph.D., CTRS Jennifer Piatt, Ph.D., CTRS Alexis McKenney, Ed.D., CTRS Don Rogers, Ph.D., CTRS Debbie Tiger, M.S., CTRS Jo Ann Coco-Ripp, Ph.D., CTRS 2010 Vincent Bonadies, CTRS Marcia Carter, Re.D., CTRS, CPRP JoAnn Coco-Ripp, Ph.D., CTRS
Jennifer Hinton, Ph.D., CTRS Deborah Hutchins, Ph.D., CTRS Neil Lundberg, Ph.D., CTRS Lexi McKenney, Ed.D., CTRS Lisa Mische-Lawson, Ph.D., CTRS Tim Passmore, Ed.D., CTRS Shane Pegg, Ph.D. Jennifer Piatt, Ph.D., CTRS Nancy Richeson, Ph.D., CTRS Don Rogers, Ph.D. Carla Tabourne, Ph.D., CTRS Deb Tiger, M.S., CTRS Brad Wardlaw, Ph.D., CTRS Melissa Zahl, Ph.D., CTRS
ATRA Past Presidents 2010-2011 Mary Ann Aquadro
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2009-2010 C. Missy Armstrong-Beyerlin 2008-2009 Mary Ann Keogh Hoss 2007-2008 Marcia Smith 2006-2007 Sandy Negley 2005-2006 Bryan McCormick 2004-2005 Nancy McFarlane 2003-2004 Melinda Conway Callahan 2002-2003 Glenn “GT” Thompson 2001-2002 Laurie Jake 2000-2001 Diane Etzel-Wise 1999-2000 Dan Ancone 1998-1999 Pamela Adams Wilson 1997-1998 Sharon Nichols 1996-1997 Debbie Hutchins 1995-1996 Frank Basile 1994-1995 Dave Austin 1993-1994 Mary Jean Erwin 1992-1993 Thom Skalko 1991-1992 Carmen Russionello 1990-1991 Karen Grote 1989-1990 Mike Rhodes 1988-1989 Roy Olsson 1987-1988 Ann Huston 1986-1987 Bernie Thorn 1985-1986 Ray West 1984-1985 Peg Connolly
Recognizing ATRA’s Distinguished Fellows 2010 Leandra Bedini 2009 Glenn “GT” Thompson 2008 Norma Stumbo 2007 Sharon Nichols 2006 Pamela Wilson 2005 Joanne Finegan 2004 John Jacobson 2003 Marcia Carter 2002 Carol Ann Peterson 2001 Frank Basile 2000 Ann James 1999 Mary Ann Keogh Hoss 1998 Linda Hutchinson-Troyer 1997 David Austin 1996 Glen Van Andel 1995 John Shank 1994 Thom Skalko 1993 Jerry Jordan 1992 Bob Riley 1991 Ray West 1990 Peg Connolly 1989 Nancy Navar 1988 Bernard E. Thorn 1987 David Park
2011 ATRA Vendors and Sponsors Activity Connection Ambucs/Amtryke American Journal of Recreation Therapy (AJRT) ATRA Chapter Affiliate Council
ATRA Teams ATRA Treatment Networks Beau Lily Frank Mobility Systems
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Idyll Arbor Illinois Recreational Therapy Association Indiana Institute on Disability & Community and Indiana Resource Center for Autism Indiana University NCTRC Midwest Symposium National Center on Accessibility
National Center on Physical Activity and Disability Octaband, LLC RCLS/ECU Recreational Therapy Foundation (RTF) Remo, Inc. Sagamore Publishing Venture Publishing, Inc.
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Please see pull-out Schedule-at-a-Glance for room assignments.
…… Sunday, September 18, 2011……… ………… Note: Indianapolis Colts game at 1pm Sunday across the street from the hotel; allow time for congested traffic.
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (.65 CEUs) │ CEU Session #1 │ Offsite Bradford Woods Learning and Outdoor Center Workshop Limit: 18 Participants. Transportation is included. Cecille A.B. Domingo, John Grossman, M.S., CTRS, John H. Lambert, Melanie Wills, Andrea Loda, CTRS, and Shay Dawson, M.A., CTRS
Indiana University’s 2,500 acre outdoor center is internationally known as a leader in therapeutic outdoor programming and universal design concepts. Therapeutic summer camps, families and youth at-risk programming, and equine-assisted therapy will be highlighted. Participants will: leave understanding how to apply the APIE process in the community setting for a variety of populations; explore universal design philosophies and research currently taking place at Bradford Woods; and explore facilitation techniques in equine assisted therapy and therapeutic outdoor programming.
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (.65 CEUs) │ CEU Session #2 │ CHESAPEAKE & OHIO (C&O) Utilizing Adapted Yoga in your Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Practice Limit: 30 Participants. Marieke Van Puymbroeck, Ph.D., CTRS, and Nancy L. Schalk In this full day interactive preconference institute, we will review the recent research that supports the use of yoga as an intervention that recreational therapists can use to assist patients. Ancient yoga practices are now being substantiated by modern medical science. Foundational information about yoga will be provided. Modifications of traditional yoga practices will be discussed, demonstrated and practiced together, and sequences for use with your patients will be shared. Learn helpful and practical information from work with cancer patients, stroke survivors, and those with spinal cord injuries to make the ancient time-tested practices of yoga accessible and useful to your patients, regardless of their challenges or disabilities. We’ll learn and practice some of the lesser known but hugely effective yoga techniques, incorporating breathing and mental focusing practices to purposefully influence ones “inner landscape”; tipping the nervous system into parasympathetic mode, and our “internal pharmacy”; regulating hormonal secretions. Yoga meets each person where they are at the moment, at any stage of healing, and provides not only physical benefits, but empowers each person to get in touch with and draw upon their own inner resources. Dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, or a bath towel for an informative and fun participatory session together. Learners will be able to: identify at least three health benefits from yoga practice; perform at least three yoga postures; and adapt at least three yoga postures based on certain disability needs.
Working as a Recreational Therapist with individuals who have dementia can be challenging, especially when you encounter behavioral problems. This all day intensive workshop will provide you with extensive training in using the Dementia Practice Guideline in your facility. After completion of 6-50 minute modules and passing the competency exams, you will receive a Certificate of Training and will be listed on ATRA’s Dementia Practice Directory. This evidence-based guideline and training will improve your skills, recreational therapy practice and the lives of your residents. Participants will be able to: define the term disturbing behaviors; demonstrate five recreational therapy interventions to be used in addressing disturbing behaviors; and explain a non-pharmacological practice approach to treating disturbing behaviors.
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (.65 CEUs) │ CEU Session #4 │ ILLINOIS EAST Reiki I Limit: 20 Participants. Nancy E. Richeson, Ph.D., CTRS This session will provide the CTRS with the opportunity learn to use Reiki as part of the recreational therapy process; assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Reiki I is a basic understanding of the healing art of Reiki. Reiki (pronounced Ray-key) is an ancient form of healing. Rei means universal life, Ki means energy. Reiki is a hands-on, light touch, healing energy. Currently many healthcare organizations are interested in alternative or complimentary approaches to care and are offering services such as Reiki to help decrease pain, anxiety, depression, and aid in the comfort, well-being of their clients. To provide these services there is additional training required. A take home test and practice assignments will be given at the end of the session.
The participant will: learn to use Reiki as part of their recreational therapy process; assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation; learn to give yourself and others Reiki; understand the history and efficacy of Reiki and its emergence into the modern healthcare practice; and receive Reiki Level I attunement and certificate if they choose. Note: On Wednesday morning, Reiki II will be offered twice during general conference. In order to receive the Reiki II Certificate, participants must attend both Reiki II sessions (8:30 – 10 a.m. AND 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OR 2 – 3:30 p.m. AND 4 – 5:30 p.m. on September 21, 2011), pass post-tests, complete hands-on training and have earned the Reiki I Certificate. Each Reiki II offering (morning and afternoon) is limited to 10 participants only.
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (.65 CEUs) │ CEU Session #5 │ ILLINOIS WEST Autism Spectrum Disorder: The First Pieces of the Puzzle and Movement Difference/Sensory Challenges for Individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder Kim Davis, M.S.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is perplexing partially due to the fact that it defies generalization. The basics of the characteristics of ASD and simple evidence-based strategies will be outlined. Movement and sensory difference challenges can impact communication, body movements and how one relates to an environment, and can also be misinterpreted as behaviors. It is not the fault of the individual but instead an aspect of their disability that gets misinterpreted. Learners will: be aware that autism is a spectrum disorder with specific distinctions; be aware that autism is a central nervous system disorder; become aware of how autism impacts learning; and become aware of simple pro-active and evidence based strategies used to support individuals with ASD. AND Learners will be able to discuss the: dynamic system and how it relates to autism spectrum disorders; impact of movement difference and sensory challenges on individuals with ASD; and impact of movement difference and sensory challenges on their ability to support an individual with ASD.
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (.65 CEUs) │ CEU Session #6 │ MILWAUKEE Committee on Accreditation of Recreational Therapy Education Programs: Applicant Orientation and Visitor Training
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Thomas K. Skalko, PhD, LRT/CTRS, Peg Connolly, Ph.D., LRT/CTRS, Ray West, M.S., LRT/CTRS, and Rob DuPont, M.S., CTRS/L This seminar is designed to orient recreational therapy practitioners and educators about accreditation under the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and the Committee on Accreditation of Recreational Therapy Education (CARTE). In addition, participants will acquire knowledge of the standards and guidelines for recreational therapy accreditation, and procedures for seeking accreditation. Interested participants will gain knowledge needed to apply to be an accreditation visitor for the CARTE. Following participation in the session, participants will be able to: describe the rationale for accreditation and at least three benefits of academic accreditation; describe the basic procedures for applying for accreditation and how to acquire materials for the application process; differentiate between a standard and a guideline and to identify key elements to determine compliance with CARTE Standards and Guidelines; identify the elements of the CARTE Procedures Manual and the use of the manual; and describe the process for becoming a CARTE accreditation visitor.
HALF DAY INTENSIVES:
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (.35 CEUs) │ CEU Session #7 │ NICKEL PLATE Educators' Pre-Con: Innovative Teaching Strategies Jennifer A. Piatt, Ph.D., CTRS, and Jennifer Hinton, Ph.D., LRT/CTRS
Educators from different universities will present unique strategies that engage students in the learning process. Participants will also be able to discuss issues currently impacting the recreational therapy field. Following participation in the session, participants will be able to: identify three new teaching strategies that can be implemented at their university; describe the importance of engaging students in the learning process; identify two ways to present current issues impacting the recreational therapy program into the classroom; and describe the benefits of being part of a standalone recreational therapy department. Note that participants are encouraged to bring laptops, if available. Sharing is suggested.
1:00 - 2:30 p.m. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #8 │ NICKEL PLATE VA Pre-Conference: Open only to VA Institute participants. A Journey to Resident Centered Community Stuart Sidell, M.A., CAS, CTRS
The session will discuss the overriding importance of relationships in achieving genuine culture change and in overcoming obstacles to success. The goal of this presentation is to enhance understanding and appreciation of a true Veteran-centered care environment and to provide ideas and tangible methods of implementation. At the end of this session, learners will be able to: explain the rationale for changing the culture of nursing homes; understand the value of Quality of Life gatherings and the main focus of resident-centered care; describe the differences between a medical model of care and a social-holistic model of care; value the importance of relationships in effecting genuine culture change in the nursing home setting; and provide evidence and examples of positive outcomes from culture transformation.
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. │ Lunch on your own 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. │ Red Hat Social at L.S. Ayres Tea Room ($15.00, pre-registration required) Limit: 30 Participants.
Step into the elegance of the past in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room. Introduced to downtown Indianapolis in 1905, the Tea Room at the L.S. Ayres department store was an endearing favorite for several generations of Hoosiers. A re-creation of the original, the museum’s Tea Room features reproductions of wall coverings, carpet, draperies and chandeliers as well
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as original furniture from the restaurant. Artifacts from the original Tea Room, such as tea pots and silverware, as well as photographs of the Tea Room dining from the past, are also on display. Three Course Menu (Includes: Chicken Velvet Soup; Choice of One: Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich, Vegetable Quiche, Chicken Pot Pie, Club Sandwiches, or Chicken Caesar Salad; and Choice of One: Lemon Buttermilk Cake or Pecan Ice Cream Ball).
2:45 - 5:00 p.m. (.2 CEUs) │ CEU Session #9 │ NICKEL PLATE VA Pre-Conference: Open only to VA Institute participants. Beyond Cultural Transformation to Full Community Integration: A Best Practice Model Kimberly Ziel, CTRS, and Jody Fairley, CTRS
Cultural Transformation is grounded in building relationships. Through Cultural Transformation processes, the Recreation Therapy Service at VAMC Battle Creek, Michigan transformed their annual Community Living Center Family Picnic into a fully integrated community experience and Best Practice Model. Through community, family, Veteran, volunteer, facility, staff, and program outreach, communications, interactions and cooperation, a simple family picnic became a multi-disciplinary, multi-generational, and most importantly, Veteran focused event. The presenters will provide an overview of this transformational process including tips and ideas on what it took to make it happen and bring it all together. At the end of this session, learners will be able to: understand the concept and value of Community Integration within the Community Living Center and how it's applied; Identify ways to involve residents, families, community members and other disciplines in special events and activities planned in the Community Living Center; identify the barriers to implementing events and activities, and possible solutions; identify ways to deepen the personal experience for veterans residing in the Community Living Center while attending special events planned in "their" community; and to identify and connect components addressed in the Culture of Change when planning events and activities.
5:00 - 7:00 p.m. (.1 CEUs) │ CEU Session #10 │ Opening General Session │ Grand Hall
One Step at a Time Josh Bleill
Marine Corporal and Indianapolis Colts Spokesperson Josh Bleill speaks about overcoming adversity while maintaining a positive attitude. Attendees will be able to: state 2 reasons it is important to accept an adverse situation; state 3 strategies for implementing a plan of attack while keeping a positive state of mind; and state 3 benefits of changing a negative situation into a positive learning experience.
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. │ Exhibitors' Social │ EXHIBIT HALL
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Restart your ATRA engines by strolling through the historic Union Station of Indianapolis. Officially opening as a railroad station in 1853 this is where Thomas Edison, telegraph operator, developed his first invention, the automatic repeater telegraph. Enjoy classic Midwest hospitality and take a snapshot back in time as we enjoy food, drinks, and listen to local jazz pianist Ken Fary.
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6:30 - 7:30 a.m. │ PENNSYLVANIA AB Morning Yoga
Join Nancy Schalk Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings from 630-730 am for morning yoga. Nancy is registered as an E-RYT 500 and an advanced yoga teacher trainer with Yoga Alliance, is a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, and is a Certified Yoga Therapist with Joseph Le Page and Integrative Yoga Therapy. She is the director of the Yoga Therapy Program at the Indiana University Simon Cancer Center, where she teaches the ancient self-regulatory techniques of yoga to those receiving cancer treatments, and to their families, caregivers, and the staff. This practice will be designed for people at all levels of yoga practice, and will be a great way to start the day invigorated and focused. Please bring your yoga mat; a very limited number of hotel towels will be available.
7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. ATRA Registration Open 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. Concurrent Educational Sessions NCTRC Field Placement Guidelines: Ensuring a Quality Internship (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #11 │ ILLINOIS WEST Robin McNeal, CTRS, and Susan Kaufer, CTRS
The field placement experience is an integral part of preparing the future professional for practice as a successful Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. The internship supervisor is the link between education and practice for the new professional. In order to best prepare the student, it is necessary that all individuals involved in the field placement experience be aware of the current standards for the field placement experience. This session provides an in depth coverage of the NCTRC Field Placement Standards. The information is geared to field placement supervisors and will discuss how to successfully develop an internship experience. It will include the requirements necessary to complete an internship experience and requirements to maintain certification. Participants will be able to: understand NCTRC’s Field Placement Standards; apply the areas of the NCTRC National Job Analysis Study to the development of internships; understand how the field placement experience is reviewed when applying for NCTRC certification; and understand the process of maintaining NCTRC certification through renewal and recertification. Managing Through Crisis (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #12 │ BALTIMORE & OHIO (B&O) Debbie Robinson, M.S., CTRS/L
Layoffs. Serious Illness. Family tragedies. How can a manager keep focused on achieving quality patient care when employees are emotionally overwhelmed? Come discover tools for managers to cope with typical and atypical crises.
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At the conclusion of the session participants will be able to: state two strategies for approaching difficult employee situations with empathy and clarity; state three resources that can benefit employees and the workplace in a crisis; and create an action plan for managers to be ready for the next crisis.
Developing a Standardized Documentation System for Your Department (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #13 │ ILLINOIS CENTRAL Andrew Bogenschutz, M.S., CTRS, and Kaitlin Lewis, CTRS
This session will discuss the process of developing a standardized set of documentation guidelines that can be used including the creation of task analysis scales and documentation binders Attendees will: learn about the process that the Therapeutic Recreation department underwent at the Shepherd Center to revise and standardize documentation among all staff members; discuss the importance of consistent and accurate documentation within a rehabilitation setting; and learn how to develop standardized rating scales for use within their facility.
Using Heart Rate Coherence and Variability as Indicators of Well-being (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #14 │ ILLINOIS EAST Diane Groff, Ed.D., LRT/CTRS
Participants will learn how to measure heart rate coherence (HRC) and heart rate variability (HRV). Data from cancer survivors will illustrate why HRC and HRV are invaluable outcome indicators of well-being. Participants will be able to: measure Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Heart Rate Coherence (HRC) using the HeartMath system; understand the relationship between positive emotions and HRC & HRV; and identify four psychophysiological outcomes of being able to increase HRC and HRV through recreational therapy interventions.
Social Skills Training for Schizophrenia (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #15 │ MILWAUKEE Mary E. (Carson) Maina, CTRS, and Ashley M. Hinzmann, CTRS
Follow a fellow Recreational Therapist through the evidenced-based development and implementation of a Social Skills group for the inpatient adult Schizophrenia clinical research unit of the National Institutes of Health. During the session, participants will be able to identify: at least three social skills deficits commonly associated with the schizophrenia diagnosis and five or more different categories of social skills development. Following the session, participants will be able to implement at least three different Recreational Therapy social skills development interventions independently.
Experiential Interventions and Processing with Portable Props (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #16 │ NICKEL PLATE Sydney Sklar, Ph.D., CTRS Learn high-impact team-oriented interventions using portable props. Participate in experiential activities and processing techniques that teach various interpersonal skills and help clients make connections between learning and real life situations. Participants will be able to explain: the materials needed to create at least three portable experiential intervention activities; guidelines to at least three activities designed to teach trust, communication skills, and interdependency skills, respectively; and guidelines to at least three processing/debriefing techniques. Promoting Self Care (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #17│ CHESAPEAKE & OHIO (C&O) Ruthie Kucharewski, Ph.D., CTRS
“Racing” is how some Recreational Therapists describe how they feel inside themselves and how fast they have to work to keep pace with the demands of very stressful work environments, and patient/resident needs. From the time recreational therapy students begin their academic
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path they are exposed to the rigors of the profession through clinical experiences coupled with a need to be prepared for an exam to become eligible to be a certified recreational therapist upon completion of an internship and completion of degree requirements. Then as the new professional enters the field and embarks on a career as a recreational therapist the young professional often finds his/herself in a very fast paced job with limited resources, few RT colleagues, short patient lengths of stay, and often times is expected to wear several hats while wearing a smiley face. This session will assist the student, young professional, or seasoned veteran recreational therapist in learning how to promote self care to be healthy without feelings of guilt. Participants will be able to: identify five current negative behaviors that they are exhibiting at work or school that they believe are not healthy behaviors; list five strategies to improve self care; identify five positive outcomes of promoting self care; and describe how the promotion of self care is beneficial to self and clients.
Full Day Educational Session - Must attend all three sessions to earn CEU credit | .6 CEUs Total | CEU Session #18, 19, 20 NEW YORK CENTRAL
DPG classes, if all taken, will receive a certificate of attendance from ATRA.
Part 1 of 3 | 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. (Session # 18) Using Dementia Practice Guidelines Research into Real World Practice Suzanne Fitzsimmons, M.S., RN This session will provide instruction on DPG assessment tools and four interventions with strong efficacy: Health Promotion course for early stage dementia, Brain Fitness, Coping Skills for people with mild – moderate dementia, and guided imagery for the restless. The session will be interactive and participants will be expected to participate in the learning activities being presented. Objectives: Participants will be able to: Proficiently assess another person using the MMSE, GDS, and one other advanced dementia scale; Establish an early stage intervention program for early stage participants based on best practice research; Design Brain Fitness and Coping Skills sessions for participants based on level of function; and, Operationalize a dementia relaxation intervention for persons with moderate to advanced symptoms.
Part 2 of 3 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Session #19) Using Dementia Practice Protocols for Complex Patients – Translation of Dementia Practice Guidelines Research into Real World Practice Suzanne Fitzsimmons, M.S., RN This is the second part of the instruction on DPG assessment tools and four interventions with strong efficacy: Health Promotion course for early stage dementia, Brain Fitness, Coping Skills for people with mild – moderate dementia, and guided imagery for the restless. The session will be interactive and participants will be expected to participate in the learning activities being presented.
Part 3 of 3 | 2:00 - 5:30 p.m. (Session #20) Using Dementia Practice Protocols for Complex Patients – Translation of Dementia Practice Guidelines Research into Real World Practice Suzanne Fitzsimmons, M.S., RN This is the third part of the instruction on DPG assessment tools and four interventions with strong efficacy: Health Promotion course for early stage dementia, Brain Fitness, Coping Skills for people with mild – moderate dementia, and guided imagery for the restless. The session will be interactive and participants will be expected to participate in the learning activities being presented.
10:00 -10:30 a.m. Break 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Concurrent Educational Sessions/VA Institute NCTRC Specialty Certification Program (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #21 │ ILLINOIS WEST
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Robin McNeal, CTRS, and Susan Kaufer, CTRS
This session will introduce the new NCTRC Specialty Certification Program that was developed to formally recognize CTRSs who have acquired advanced knowledge and experience in specific practice settings. Session content will include an overview of the Standards, entry qualifications, and recertification requirements pertaining to the Specialty Certification Program. Participants attending this session will be able to: comprehend and describe the purpose of the Specialty Certification Program, including the entry qualifications and application process comprehend and describe the recertification requirements of the Specialty Certification program as related to the existing NCTRC Recertification Program; and assess and discuss the advantages of obtaining Specialty Certification.
Health Care Reform: Where Does That Leave Recreational Therapy? (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #22 │ CHESAPEAKE & OHIO (C&O) Mary Ann Keogh Hoss, Ph.D., CTRS, FACHE, FDRT
This session will give a brief overview of healthcare reform focusing on aspects that could impact the profession. Current hot topics will be covered. Participants will be able to: state three current trends that can impact the profession; discuss financial implications on the profession; identify three resources to assist in tracking movement on health care reform; and examine the need for CTRSs to understand Health Informatics.
TR Treatment Time During Inpatient SCI Rehabilitation: The SCIRehab Project (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #23 │ ILLINOIS CENTRAL Cecilia Rider, M.S., CTRS, and Drew Bogenschutz, CTRS
Discussion of data from the first year of data collection on how TR time is used during rehabilitation and how time use differs for patients with different levels of SCI. Participants will be able to: discuss the basic methodology of the SCIRehab Project; identify how time was spent in TR services for patients in inpatient SCI rehabilitation; and discuss differences found in how TR time was spent based on SCI level and completeness of injury.
A Day in the Life of a Recreational Therapist: A Panel Discussion (CEUs not applicable.) │ MILWAUKEE Heather J. Sedletzeck, CTRS, DT, and Ramon B. Zabriskie, Ph.D., TRS, CTRS
This session is for students and will be comprised of a panel of professionals in the field that work in different settings and with different populations (i.e., Mental Health, Long Term Care/Aging, Physical Medicine, Private Practice, VA, etc…). Panel members will present a basic overview of a day in their professional life and then will take questions from the attendees and moderators. Come join our discussion. Participants will be able to: identify at least three characteristics of professional practice; identify two differences in hospital/facility based practice and home-based practice; and further clarify and evaluate their position regarding what area of practice they will choose to pursue.
Understanding and Implementing Evidence Based Practice (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #24 │ BALTIMORE & OHIO (B&O) Gretchen Snethen, Ph.D., LRT/CTRS
Evidence based practice (EBP) is a common phrase in health care. This session will help practitioners understand how to identify what constitutes EBP as well as implement it in practice. Participants will: identify three reasons why practitioners should use evidence based practice in their setting of interest; identify three essential criteria of identifying evidence based practice; identify a minimum of three sources of evidence based practice available outside of the conference; and demonstrate the ability to identify how to use an example of evidence based practice in a specific setting.
Interdisciplinary Approach to Behavioral Management in Therapeutic Recreation (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #25 │ ILLINOIS EAST
This session will explore the interdisciplinary behavioral management program designed for an AIDS Dementia Special Care Unit that has modifying implications for various populations with behavioral concerns. Participants will be able to: describe the diagnosis of AIDS Dementia Complex and compare the differences and similarities between AIDS Dementia Complex and Alzheimer’s disease; name the steps from assessment of need to implementation of the program in a setting with persons with behavioral concerns; list three reasons why an interdisciplinary approach is beneficial in a setting with persons with behavioral concerns; and identify the contribution of Therapeutic Recreation in interventions that are inclusive of participant’s ideas in programming.
Evidence to Assessment to Measuring Client Outcomes VA Institute: Open only to VA Institute participants. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #26 │ NICKEL PLATE Peg Connolly, Ph.D., CTRS/LRT
Review of evidence-base for RT practice and relevant standardized assessment tools and procedures. The methods for formative and summative evaluation of client outcomes. Explore the basic analysis techniques for outcome data. At the end of this session, learners will be able to: describe the need for evidence-based practice and clinical assessment purpose, process and function in recreational therapy (RT); identify the difference between formative and summative evaluation procedures for client outcomes measurement; describe methods for comparing results pre- and post- RT treatment; and describe how treatment interventions are revised based on client outcome data and reporting methods for client outcomes.
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. │ CONRAIL Student Lunch 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. │ Grand Ballroom NCTRC Certificants’ Meeting and 30th Anniversary Celebration The Annual Certificants’ Meeting is your opportunity to hear the latest updates regarding NCTRC and the CTRS credentialing process. Stop by to celebrate NCTRC’s 30th anniversary with refreshments and birthday cake.
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. │ CONRAIL Past Presidents' Meeting with ATRA Board
1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Capturing VA Recreation Therapy Service Workload VA Institute: Open only to VA Institute participants. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #27 │ NICKEL PLATE Louis Long, CTRS and Julie Effron, CTRS
This session will review Updates to Codes, Using Event Capture/Encounters to Record In/Outpatient Visits and Review of Available Data. At the end of this session, learners will be able to: understand what ECs and Encounters are and how important that data is to RT/CT workload; understand the steps to interface EC and Encounter; identify ways to improve your facility EC/Encounter workload numbers; understand Labor Mapping; and understand Performance Measures.
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. The BANDI-RT Assessment for LTC (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #28 │ NICKEL PLATE Linda Buettner, Ph.D., LRT, CTRS
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This session will provide details on the face validity and reliability research and instruction on the use of the BANDI-RT Assessment which aligns with the MDS 3.0. Participants will participate in the learning activities being presented. Participants will be able to: describe the research behind the BANDI-RT Assessment for LTC; discuss why it makes sense to align sections of the MDS 3.0 with reliable resident data with each section of the new assessment tool; use a MDS 3.0 and case study to complete the BANDI-RT Assessment during the session; and use the Quality Indicators to develop a time limited intervention and care plan for one problem area.
Octaband (.3 CEUs) │ CEU Session #29 │ ILLINOIS EAST Donna Newman-Bluestein, M.Ed., BC-DMT, LMHC
This session will introduce the Octaband™ and its applicability, including goals, targeted activities and benefits for people of all ages with physical, cognitive and psychiatric challenges, and for teambuilding. Participants will be able to: name two lesson plans to use with the goal of increased socialization; name one lesson plan to use with the goal of increased physical engagement; and identify three benefits of using the Octaband
TM with one specific population.
State Licensure: Towards a Sustainable Future for Therapeutic Recreation (.3 CEUs) │ CEU Session #30 │ ILLINOIS WEST Bob Riley, Ph.D., CTRS
This session will address the critical need for the establishment of state licensure for the practice of recreational therapy. This session will provide an overview of the relationship between state licensure and national certification (NCTRC) and how these two credentialing processes can work effectively in unison. A review of the strategic steps necessary for the successful establishment of state licensure will be presented. In addition, a review of successful state licensure programs (NH, NC, OK, UT) will be provided to help identify critical issues that exist within the state licensure procurement process. At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to: identify critical elements of the state licensure procurement process; identify the points of commonality between state licensure and national certification; and identify successful tactics utilized by TR professional groups to establish TR/RT state licensure.
Active Participation and Social Integration Model for Individuals with ASD (.3 CEUs) │ CEU Session #31 │ MILWAUKEE Rachel L. Smith, M.S., and Marieke Van Puymbroech, Ph.D., CTRS
The APACE Model was designed to successfully integrate youth with ASD into the recreational mainstream. The foundations and purpose of the model are detailed, and the process discussed. Participants will be able to: articulate the purpose of the APASI Model for youth with ASD; articulate the conceptual and theoretical foundations of the APASI model for youth with ASD; identify and articulate the purpose of each Tier of the APASI model; and demonstrate applied knowledge of the APASI model through developing an intervention protocol using the APASI model.
Facilitating Social Agency and Positive Emotion: Incorporating Thinking, Feeling, and Acting (.3 CEUs) │ CEU Session #32 │ BALTIMORE & OHIO (B&O) Colleen Deyell Hood, Ph.D., CTRS, and Cynthia Carruthers, Ph.D., CTRS
This interactive session will explore cognitive, affective and behavioral strategies used to support the development of social agency and the experience of positive emotion.
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Participants will be able to describe: cognitive therapeutic strategies used to support a sense of agency and positive emotion; affective therapeutic strategies used to support a sense of agency and positive emotion; and behavioral therapeutic strategies used to support a sense of agency and positive emotion.
One Size Does NOT Fit All: Working with Eating Disorders (.3 CEUs) │ CEU Session #33 │ ILLINOIS CENTRAL Deah Schwartz, Ed.D., M.A., M.S., CTRS This session introduces Therapeutic Recreation and Expressive Arts Activities for clients with eating disorders. Working with this complicated population is challenging: there is NOT a one size fits all approach. Participants will: learn how the use of a multi-modality approach to eating disorders can be helpful in increasing the client’s self awareness, self acceptance and self esteem; watch a video demonstrating at least two hands on practical activities to use with their clients; and identify variations/adaptations of activities to compensate for group size, group settings and severity of the clients’ disordered eating and negative body image behaviors.
Chapter Affiliate Council - Annual Meeting and Presentation of Chapter Handbook (.10 CEUs) │ CEU Session #34 │ CHESAPEAKE & OHIO (C&O) Michael Sutherland, M.Ed., CTRS, CBIS This session will feature two parts. The first part will be the annual chapter meeting, a chance to report a summary of the past year’s events from your chapter, ask questions, and hear about what other chapters are up to. The second part will be a presentation of the Chapter Handbook, a new tool to help form, organize, manage and grow your chapter. Additionally, an update on the “Flat Stanley Project” will be made along with fun pictures! Participants will be able to describe: three other chapter accomplishments from the past year and identify three ways their own chapter can become more successful; three components of the Chapter Handbook and identify three pieces of information to help their chapter comply with federal regulations; and the CAC’s Flat Stanley Project and identify one way in which their chapter will network with other chapters in the future.
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. │ ILRTA/RTI Social - Best of the Midwest The Illinois Recreational Therapy Association along with the Recreation Therapists of Indiana would like to welcome you to the Midwest! Known for traditional “Midwesterner Hospitality,” please join us as we show you what our two states have to offer. Enjoy snacks as you are provided an authentic Midwest welcome. A cash bar for beverages will be available. The Midwest welcomes attendees from all across the U.S., Canada and from around the world. Wear clothing items indicating your city, state, university, country, or place of employment so everyone may see how geographically diverse the profession has become. Be proud! Let us know where you are from as we welcome you to the Midwest. This is a social you will not want to miss!
7:00 p.m. │ CONRAIL Educators' Social 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. │ Recreational Therapy Foundation (RTF) – Friend Raiser The Recreational Therapy Foundation (RTF) will host its first “Friend Raiser.” We will meet at the Ram Restaurant and Brewery on Monday evening, September 19th, to enjoy the company of colleagues and hors d’oeuvres. We will have fabulous door prizes, including a mountain bike valued at $800! Bring your friends and join us for a great evening while at the conference. The $10 cover charge will be collected at the door.
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6:30 - 7:30 a.m. │ PENNSYLVANIA AB │Morning Yoga 7:00 a.m. │ SOUTHERN │ ATRA and NCTRC Board Meeting 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. ATRA Registration Open 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #35 │ Grand Hall ATRA…leading YOUR organization (Previously Titled: ATRA Team Leader Training and Treatment Network Update) Heather J. Sedletzeck, CTRS, DT, and Carolee Rodrigo, CTRS, RTC
This session is intended to provide information for conference attendees on ATRA’s structure, mission, vision & definition. In addition, we will discuss the structure of ATRA and the leadership of each of the current ATRA teams. We will share information on how individuals can get involved in leadership within the organization as well as give updates on team progress in the past year. Participants will: understand the expectations and responsibilities of team leadership; gain knowledge of ATRA policies, forms, internet resources, and available documents to assist them in their leadership roles; learn about future leadership opportunities within ATRA; and gain knowledge about the activities of the ATRA teams over the past year.
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Break
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Concurrent Educational Sessions/VA Institute
Role of Recreational Therapy in a Pediatric Pain Rehabilitation Program (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #36 │ MILWAUKEE Gayle Kanary, CTRS
The role of a CTRS in the only CARF accredited three week Pediatric Pain Program Rehabilitation. Aquatics, leisure assessment and education, community reintegration and creative expression groups will be shared and discussed. Participants will be able to name five criteria and diagnosis for admission to the pediatric pain program; name four roles for RT in a chronic pediatric pain program; learn about the CAPE/ PAC leisure assessment tool and its role in a chronic pediatric pain program.
Retooling for an Aging America: Developing Geriatric Recreational Therapy Competencies (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #37 │ BALTIMORE & OHIO (B&O) Nancy E. Richeson, Ph.D., CTRS
This session will provide the CTRS with an understanding of how to advance the recommendations from the 2008 Institute of Medicine Report, Retooling for an Aging America: Building the Health Care Workforce. Currently other health and human service professions have endorsed minimal competencies needed to care for the nation’s rapidly growing older population. Geriatric Recreational Therapy is lagging behind. Come learn what these basic competencies are and how to advance your knowledge, skills, and abilities in geriatrics/gerontology to meet the demanding needs of this clinically complex population. The participant will: understand the recommendations from the 2008 Institute of Medicine Report, Retooling for an Aging America: Building the Health Care Workforce; understand the multidisciplinary competencies established by the Partnership for Healthy Aging developed by the American Geriatrics Society; complete a geriatric/gerontology competency check sheet to determine your level of competency; and be given the needed resources to advance your own knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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ATRA's Public Policy Initiatives: Past Challenges and Future Directions (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #38 │ CHESAPEAKE & OHIO (C&O) Thomas K. Skalko, Ph.D., LRT/CTRS, and Lisa J. Morgan, CTRS
This session will review the ATRA Federal Public Policy initiative and future directions. Concrete strategies and steps to building and sustaining ATRA's grassroots advocacy will be discussed. Specific information on the past, present, and future agenda for recreational therapy public policy will be shared. Participants will be given the opportunity to ask questions and highlight their needs, issues, and concerns for continual growth of the profession. Each participant will gain awareness to the what, why, and how they can make a difference for our future. Upon completion of this session, participants will: demonstrate understanding of three strategies that have occurred to address RT public policy concerns; identify at least three strategies they can initiate to affect public policy and the RT profession in their local area, the state, and at the national level; and identify three areas of where we need to go in the future for Recreational Therapy as it relates to Federal Public Policy.
Oh, The Places You'll Go…With a Ventilator! (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #39 │ ILLINOIS EAST Jana L. Teagle, CTRS, CCLS, CBIS
This session describes the benefits of integrating individuals who use ventilators or other respiratory devices, into the community. Learn how to plan, prepare, transport and arrange equipment needed to make community re-integration a reality for these individuals. Participants will be able to discuss: the benefits of community re-integration for individuals who are tracheostomy and/or ventilator dependent; all aspects of planning and implementing an outing with an individual who is tracheostomy and/or ventilator dependent; and ways to empower individuals and families to continue outings on their own and ways to assist with transition to home, school and community.
Rethinking Reminiscence: We ALL Lose When Memories are Lost and Forgotten (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #40 │NEW YORK CENTRAL Beth Sanders Every person is unique. Every life story matters. Reminiscence exercises have been used for decades in programming. But what’s next? How can life stories improve personalized care and transform lives?
Participants will be able to: name three reasons why knowing more of a person’s life story is critical to delivering quality service and care; understand how life review touches all dimensions of wellness and what makes reminiscence so powerful from a therapeutic recreation perspective.; and apply practical ways to use reminiscence through more peer-to-peer engagement and by involving staff, youth, adult volunteers, and family members more.
Resumés in Therapeutic Recreation: Are We Really That Different? (CEUs not applicable.) │ ILLINOIS WEST Ramon B. Zabriskie, Ph.D., TRS, CTRS, and Heather J. Sedletzeck, CTRS, DT
This session is primarily for students and entry level professionals and will focus not only on making a good resumé great, but will utilize findings from a national study of resumé preferences by TR directors. Are we different in resumé preferences… Yup! Come find out how. Participants will be able to identify: the mainstream resumé writing standards; at least three specific ways in which TR director resumé preferences are different than the mainstay; and at least two specific ways to improve their resumé for use in the TR profession.
Establishing Animal-Assisted Intervention Programs in Medical Treatment Facilities (Part 1 of 3) (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #41 │ ILLINOIS CENTRAL Cynthia E. Rhodes, CTRS
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Animal-assisted interventions are increasingly popular but devising a program is multifaceted. Recreational Therapists develop the skills necessary to conduct such interventions will expand the role of CTRSs in multiple settings. Participants will be: able to identify and define four types of therapy dogs; define “Animal-Assisted Interventions”, “Animal-Assisted Therapy”, and “Animal-Assisted Activities;” provided with multiple references supporting the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social benefits of Animal-Assisted Interventions.
Recreation Therapy Opportunities for OEF/OIF/OND Veterans, Exploring Best Practices VA Institute: Open only to VA Institute participants. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #42 │ NICKEL PLATE Christopher Nowak, Director VA Paralympic Program
Overview of the VA partnership with USOC Paralympics Public Law 110-339; implementing community based physical activity programs for Veterans and disabled service members. At the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to: describe the VA/USOC Paralympic Veterans program; describe how VA Recreation Therapy staff can collaborate with community organizations to provide access to adaptive sports programs; and understanding of the Olympic Opportunity Fund RFP.
12:00 - 2:00 p.m. │ ATRA Membership Meeting and Working Luncheon
2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Concurrent Educational Sessions
Secrets of a Successful Handcycling Program (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #43 │ BALTIMORE & OHIO (B&O) Liz Thrush, CTRS, ATRIC
Want to start a handcycling program? In this exciting session, you will learn about equipment used, target populations, ways to adapt equipment, and strategies for marketing and funding a program. By the end of the session, participants will: be able to describe what handcycling is and the benefits of Handcycling; be able to describe the types of equipment used for a handcycling program and ways to adapt it for special populations; learn ways to market a handcycling program to maximize participation.
Treatment Strategies and Community Reintegration for Individuals with High Tetraplegia (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #44 │ MILWAUKEE Cecilia Rider, M.S., CTRS, and Rachel Roback, CTRS
Discussion and interactive activities to demonstrate the need for creative treatment modalities, activity modification, and community reintegration for individuals with high tetraplegia. Session based on specialty program at Shepherd Center. Participants will be able to identify: specific concerns when working with individuals with high tetraplegia; appropriate activity modification and adapted equipment for leisure skills for individuals with high tetraplegia; and important concerns and components to successful community reintegration for individuals with high tetraplegia.
Measuring Undergraduate Student Learning Outcomes (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #45 │ NEW YORK CENTRAL Peg Connolly, Ph.D., LRT/CTRS In April 2010, the Commission for the Accreditation of Recreational Therapy Education (CARTE) was established and its Standards focus on outcome based accreditation. Typical outcome expectations are on the acquisition of knowledge, skills and abilities for practice. Very little information exists on the evaluation of student learning outcomes in the skill and ability areas. A model RT Competency Assessment of undergraduate learning outcomes has been developed and implemented at Western Carolina University. The unique aspect of this competency assessment is that it produces developmental and triangulated measurement of learning
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outcomes. This session will present the RT Competency Assessment along with data on learning outcomes collected since 2009. Following participation in the session, participants will be able to: describe the knowledge, skills and abilities expected as learning outcomes in undergraduate education; describe the processes used to measure undergraduate learning outcomes in recreational therapy; and define a comprehensive approach to collecting developmental and triangulated data on student learning outcomes.
Internships: The Application and Interview Process (CEUs not applicable.) │ ILLINOIS WEST Ramon B. Zabriskie, Ph.D., TRS, CTRS, and Heather J. Sedletzeck, CTRS, DT
This session is for students and will focus on identifying, applying, and interviewing for TR internships. Interview strategies will be discussed and practiced. Come let us help you get ready to get your internship. Participants will be able to: identify a self assessment process; identify at least three avenues to identify internships; explain a step by step process for internship application; identify and at least three characteristics of effective interviewing.
Recreational Therapy in School Settings: Current Status and Future Directions (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #46 │ ILLINOIS EAST Lisa Mische Lawson, Ph.D., CTRS, Kathy Coyle, Ph.D., CTRS, and Thea Kavanaugh, CTRS This session describes the current status of recreational therapy in schools and provides resources for beginning practice in this setting. Participants will: recognize how current legislation (IDEA and NCLB) impacts provision of services; be able to identify recreational therapy resources useful in school settings; be able to write an IEP goal; and be able to identify at least 3 things they must do to consult in schools.
ATRA Standards of Practice - The Practical Application (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #47 │ CHESAPEAKE & OHIO (C&O) Jim Barrett, M.S., TRS/CTRS, and Marcia Smith, M.A., CTRS, HFS
This presentation will give participants the confidence to begin using the ATRA-SOP to establish policies and procedures (Management Audit) and make changes to their documentation practices (documentation Audit), which will help meet JC, CARF , CMS and other accrediting agency guidelines. Participants will be able to: develop the knowledge and skills needed to use the ATRA Standards of Practice; become aware of how the SOP can be used to improve services; and understand the relationship between ATRA SOP and other accreditation standards, such as JC and CARF.
Establishing Animal-Assisted Intervention Programs in Medical Treatment Facilities (Part 2 of 3) (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #48 │ ILLINOIS CENTRAL Cynthia E. Rhodes, CTRS
Don’t miss the second session of this intriguing series on animal-assisted interventions. Continue to develop the skills necessary to conduct such interventions will expand the role of CTRSs in multiple settings. Participants will be: able to identify and define four types of therapy dogs; define “Animal-Assisted Interventions”, “Animal-Assisted Therapy”, and “Animal-Assisted Activities;” provided with multiple references supporting the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social benefits of Animal-Assisted Interventions.
Addressing the Needs of Family Members of Children with Disabilities (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #49 │ NICKEL PLATE Sheila Swann Guerrero, CTRS, and Deidre Pate Omahen, CTRS
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Family members of children with a disability or chronic condition have unique needs and experiences. This session will address how recreational therapy can help meet the needs of family members. We will review the unique concerns and opportunities of the families, review research and provide a sampling of hands on activities. Participants will learn: the unique concerns and opportunities of family members whom have a brother or sister with a disability or chronic illness; current research on the adjustment of siblings and parents of children with disabilities or chronic conditions; and strategies to assist family members in coping.
3:30 - 4:00 p.m. Break
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Concurrent Educational Sessions/VA Institute
NCTRC Certification: All You Need to Know (CEUs not applicable.) │ ILLINOIS WEST Robin McNeal, CTRS, and Susan Kaufer, CTRS 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. Participants will be able to: describe the NCTRC Certification Standards; describe the application process for professional eligibility; and demonstrate awareness of the NCTRC Exam.
Recreational Therapy in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Rehab - Our Role on the Team (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #50 │ BALTIMORE & OHIO (B&O) Beth Edwards, CTRS, CBIS
Turning multidisciplinary treatment into interdisciplinary/transdisciplinary rehab. How a quality Recreational Therapy program can increase functional outcomes in patients with TBI. Participants will be able to: identify the role of a Recreational Therapist on a multidisciplinary team in the TBI population; communicate why Recreational Therapy is vital to recovery from TBI; identify appropriateness of a patient for Recreational Therapy services in the TBI population; and learn how to establish, maintain, and justify a quality Recreational Therapy program in a rehab facility.
Utilization of Social Media and VoIP in TR Services (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #51 │ ILLINOIS EAST Rachel Roback, CTRS, and Cecilia Rider, MS, CTRS Discussion on how social networking sites and VoIP programs can be utilized during TR and interdisciplinary treatment sessions in physical rehab settings as well as in promoting TR programming. Participants will be able to identify: the differences between the various social networking sites; at least three social media venues which they can use in their practice; current and future benefits to their TR consumers.
Developing a Curriculum Map for Recreational Therapy Education (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #52 │ NEW YORK CENTRAL Peg Connolly, PhD, LRT/CTRS, and Jennifer L. Hinton, PhD, LRT/CTRS
Curriculum mapping is a tool to collect and record curriculum data to identify learning objectives, learning activities to assess learning, and specific learning outcome expectations. While the tool has been used primarily in primary and secondary school levels, it is most appropriate for recreational therapy to chart a plan for presenting and measuring student acquisition of the knowledge skills and abilities required for competent practice and to meet educational standards. A model of curriculum mapping developed for undergraduate studies in recreational therapy at Western Carolina University will be presented.
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Following participation in the session, participants will be able to: describe the process for developing curriculum maps; describe a model of curriculum mapping applied specifically to undergraduate recreational therapy education; and define the benefits of using a curriculum map to assure student acquisition of required learning outcomes in recreational therapy education.
Team Building with Offenders/Boundaries (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #53 │ MILWAUKEE M. Gail Cecil, CTRS Implementing team building activities with persons that need practice respecting others boundaries due to trauma or lack of empathy. Participants will be able to: define psychopathy; assess a group to determine when it is necessary to utilize boundaries in a team building activity; and implement team building activities with a specialized population.
These sessions will help participants identify functional outcomes associated with specific client needs. Participants will have hands-on practice for writing measurable functional outcome goals for their client population(s). Participants will be introduced to a model bridging this to colleagues in a department. Participants will be able to: describe the rationale for writing functional outcome goals; identify three of the key components necessary to include when writing functional outcomes goals; identify two functional outcomes for the two needs assessed in their client population; and identify at least one practical application for taking it back to a department setting with colleagues.
Establishing Animal-Assisted Intervention Programs in Medical Treatment Facilities (Part 3 of 3) (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #55 │ ILLINOIS CENTRAL Cynthia E. Rhodes, CTRS
Don’t miss the final portion of animal-assisted interventions for recreational therapists. Acquire the necessary skills to conduct such interventions will expand the role of CTRSs in multiple settings. Participants will be: able to identify and define 4 types of therapy dogs; define “Animal-Assisted Interventions”, “Animal-Assisted Therapy”, and “Animal-Assisted Activities;” provided with multiple references supporting the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social benefits of Animal-Assisted Interventions.
Homeless Veterans: Programs and Outcomes VA Institute: Open only to VA Institute participants. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #56 │ NICKEL PLATE Sandra Wolf Klitzing, Ph.D., CTRS, and Suzanne Robinson, CTRS
Homelessness is a growing problem for veterans; in fact veterans are overrepresented in the homeless population. Unfortunately, it is projected that the number of homeless veterans will increase. Substance abuse is often connected to homelessness for the veterans. Involvement in recreation therapy should lead to positive outcomes for the veterans. This presentation will present three approaches to program design: theory-based practice, evidence-based practice, and practice-based evidence. Special emphasis will be placed on practice-based evidence and ways to document outcomes. Participants will: increase knowledge of demographics of veterans who are homeless; increase knowledge of theory-based practice, evidence-based practice, and practice-based evidence; and identify ways of documenting outcomes.
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. │ Initial NART Meeting and Social
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The first meeting of the National Academy of Recreational Therapists will be held at the LaRue
Carter Hospital Board Room in Indianapolis. LaRue Carter is about 10 minutes from downtown
and pretty easy to find. More information will be sent to Academy members a no later than week
prior to the scheduled meeting date. Refreshments will be provided. Thank you, Dr. David
Austin, for making these arrangements.
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. │ ATRA's Amazing Race Special discount rate: $25.00 – pre-registration required. Limit: 50 Participants. Co-sponsored by ATRA and Indiana University, Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Studies we will tour Indianapolis Recreational Therapy style! Join us as we tour Indianapolis and learn more about what our city has to offer. Home of the Indianapolis Colts, Indianapolis Pacers, and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. We believe our city is one of a kind. Find out why this unique city has been chosen as the host city for the 2012 Super Bowl. Participants will leave this event with a “Passport to Indianapolis,” CD with all images from the Amazing Race delivered in 48 hours, and a winning team will receive an Indianapolis Themed Goodie Bag. This exciting and innovative event, developed by Accent on Indianapolis, is limited to the first 50 participants. Be sure to sign up soon to secure your place!
8:00 - 9:00 p.m. │ Magic and Mentalism: Mind Tripping $10.00 - pre-registration requested. A fun, yet mystifying act that infuses modern day repartee with psychological illusions. Christian and Katalina bring master illusionist skills, sophisticated humor, and an undeniable enigmatic spark to cutting edge performances. They take audiences on a series of mind-bending adventures. Think Alfred Hitchcock meets the Adams Family. You will be taken into a world where fantasy and reality begin to blend. Be prepared to be a part of the audience-style interaction, comedic banter, and moments of disbelief.
8:30 - 10:00 a.m. Concurrent Educational Sessions/VA Institute
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Addressing the Needs of Family Members of Children with Disabilities (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #57 │ MILWAUKEE Sheila Swann Guerrero, CTRS, and Deidre Pate Omahen, CTRS
Family members of children with a disability or chronic condition have unique needs and experiences. This session will address how recreational therapy can help meet the needs of family members. We will review the unique concerns and opportunities of the families, review research and provide a sampling of hands on activities. Participants will learn: the unique concerns and opportunities of family members whom have a brother or sister with a disability or chronic illness; current research on the adjustment of siblings and parents of children with disabilities or chronic conditions; and strategies to assist family members in coping.
SCI - Different Levels, Different Needs - A TR/RT How-To Guide (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #58 │ ILLINOIS EAST Karen Bone, CTRS
Understanding the different levels of SCI can impact TR/RT interventions. This session will review the different levels of injury, the function associated with each and ideas for meeting the needs. Participants will be able to: recognize potential function associated with injuries at various levels; identify 2 practical approaches for successful TR/RT interventions for persons with SCI; and understand barriers and risk factors for recreation involvement for persons with SCI.
Reiki Level II: A Healing Art (Part 1 of 2 – must attend both sessions and have received Reiki I certificate to receive Reiki II certificate.) Limit: 10 Participants. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #59 │ ILLINOIS CENTRAL Nancy E. Richeson, Ph.D., CTRS
This first session will provide the CTRS with the opportunity to receive important information toward earning the Reiki Level II certificate. Reiki II will provide the attendee with the opportunity to enhance their professional practice by learning advanced Reiki skills. The recreational therapist will learn how to incorporate Reiki into the APIE process and how to advocate for this complementary modality. A take home test, additional reading, and practice assignments will be given at the end of the session. The participant must have a Reiki Level I certificate or have attended the Reiki I preconference to be eligible for this session.
The participant will: learn advanced their professional practice by learning Reiki skills e.g., distant/absentee Reiki techniques, meditation, Reiki healing symbols; learn how to incorporate Reiki II skills into the therapeutic recreation process; and learn to advocate Reiki as part of your recreational therapy practice. 4). Receive Reiki Level II attunement and certificate if they choose.
Health & Wellness; A Comprehensive Approach (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #60 │ NEW YORK CENTRAL Robin M. Greenfield, M.A., CTRS, National Institutes of Health
Discussion will address the current trends in wellness and health care maintenance/prevention; the role of family centered care in a medical setting and the role the TR profession can play in the arena of wellness. Participants will be able to identify: current theories on the importance of wellness related to health care prevention and maintenance; three components that make up the wellness program offered at NIH; three strategies that can be utilized to maintain or increase our marketability and viability through the implementation of wellness programs; and two concepts related to the benefit of family centered care for patients and their families in a medical setting.
Programmatic Quality: Before and After the Introduction of a CTRS (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #61 │ CHESAPEAKE & OHIO (C&O) Carolyn McDowell, M.Ed., CTRS
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This presentation reviews the effects of creating a CTRS position for a day program serving adults with developmental disabilities. Covers programmatic re-structuring, satisfaction surveys results, and justification of CTRS position. Participants will be able to: identify multiple programmatic components influenced by the employment of a CTRS; outline the development or restructuring of an adult day program based on outcome-oriented program design and the principles of therapeutic recreation; and develop and implement a quality assurance system analyzing recreational and therapeutic programming.
National Veterans Rehabilitation Special Events - How to get your VA Medical Center Involved VA Institute: Open only to VA Institute participants. (No CEUs available.) │ NICKEL PLATE
Research Institute: Part 1 (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #62 │ ILLINOIS WEST (Must attend all sessions included in each Part to receive CEU credit.)
8:30 - 9:00 a.m. Social Functioning and Recreation Participation in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders Rachel L. Smith, M.S., and Marieke Van Puymbroeck, PhD, CTRS
9:00 - 9:30 a.m. Active Leisure in the Subjective Experience of People with Schizophrenia Bryan P. McCormick, Ph..D, CTRS, Gretchen A. Snethen, Ph.D., CTRS, and Rachel L. Smith, M.S.
9:30 - 10:00 a.m. Exploring the Experience of Television Usage in Adults with Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders Gretchen Snethen, Ph.D., LRT/CTRS and Jennifer L. Sovacool
Reiki Level II: A Healing Art (Part 2 of 2 – must attend both sessions and have received Reiki I certificate.) Limit: 10 Participants. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #63 │ ILLINOIS CENTRAL Nancy E. Richeson, Ph.D., CTRS
This second session will provide the CTRS with the remaining knowledge and opportunity to receive the Reiki Level II certificate. Reiki II will provide the attendee with the opportunity to enhance their professional practice by learning advanced Reiki skills. The recreational therapist will learn how to incorporate Reiki into the APIE process and how to advocate for this complementary modality. A take home test, additional reading, and practice assignments will be given at the end of the session. The participant must have a Reiki Level I certificate or have attended the Reiki I preconference to be eligible for this session.
The participant will: learn advanced their professional practice by learning Reiki skills e.g., distant/absentee Reiki techniques, meditation, Reiki healing symbols; learn how to incorporate Reiki II skills into the therapeutic recreation process; and learn to advocate Reiki as part of your recreational therapy practice. 4). Receive Reiki Level II attunement and certificate if they choose.
National TR Week: Voices & Views (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #64 │ BALTIMORE & OHIO (B&O) Janis Smith, CTRS, RTC, MS (Ph.D., ABD), and Jerrell Nelson Review the history of TR Week and how it has been celebrated. Learn about recent Leadership ATRA national membership survey findings. Discuss membership needs and brainstorm ideas for successful TR week promotions and celebrations in the future.
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Participants will: review TR Week history and background information that lead to the survey; be able to name at least three findings from the TR Week national survey; and discuss membership needs for TR Week with other professionals and brainstorm and share ideas about how to promote and advance the field of Therapeutic Recreation through TR week celebrations.
Understanding Causes and Effects of Strokes and Implications for TR/RT (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #65 │ ILLINOIS EAST Karen Bone, CTRS
Strokes can affect nearly 795,000 people each year. Understanding the causes of strokes and the effects it has on an individual is fundamental to provide appropriate TR/RT interventions. Participants will be able to: recognize the basic types of strokes; understanding the deficits associated with different types of stroke; and identify three TR/RT intervention modifications for use with stroke patients.
Geocaching: The Fun and the Functional (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #66 │ NEW YORK CENTRAL Michael Sutherland, M.Ed, CTRS, CBIS, and Matthew Frye, CTRS/L
Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game using GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches. It can be a great way to exercise, socialize, enjoy emotional well-being, and challenge thinking skills. It can be used as a wonderful therapeutic tool in a variety of settings with people of nearly any age and skill level.
Participants will be able to: demonstrate use of activity analysis to understand functional components of geocaching as they relate to client-based outcomes; identify 3 functional, cognitive-based outcomes which can be achieved using geocaching; identify 3 functional, physical-based outcomes which can be achieved using geocaching; identify 3 functional, social-based outcomes which can be achieved using geocaching; identify 3 functional, emotional-based outcomes which can be achieved using geocaching; describe the use of geocaching as a community reintegration activity by generalizing 3 geocaching-related activities to other community skills; and identify 3 skill areas which geocaching could help improve with their own clients.
Value Based Activities for Residents with Dementia (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #67 │ CHESAPEAKE & OHIO (C&O) Sue Ellen Clark, CTRS
Discover ways to add value into the lives of residents with dementia and offer them value based activities. Two interactive value based activities will be demonstrated. Part one will include an interactive lecture on dementia and person centered care. Part two will demonstrate two group activities designed specifically for residents in long term care with dementia.
Participants will: learn about the various types of dementia; adopt at least one person centered strategy in their own facility; and be able to set up and conduct The Laundry Basket and/or the Stirring Up Memories program(s) in their own facility.
Assisting Patients on Oncology Services to use Effective Coping Strategies (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #68 │ MILWAUKEE Kelly Kivette, LRT/CTRS, and Annabella Cole, LRT/CTRS, CCLS
Participants will identify stressors that patients may encounter following their Cancer diagnosis. They will learn & practice RT interventions that can help with patient’s coping during treatment & with life implications. Participants will be able to: identify potential stressors that patients may encounter while going through Oncology treatments; describe non-pharmacological strategies to help patients cope with diagnosis and treatment; and understand the benefits of learned coping strategies. Research Institute: Part 2 (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #69 │ ILLINOIS WEST (Must attend all sessions included in each Part to receive CEU credit.)
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10:30 - 11:00 a.m. The Effect of Social Support, Leisure Satisfaction, and Sense of Coherence on Caregiving Appraisals Among Mothers of Children with Intellectual Disabilities Pei-Chun Hsieh, MS, Marieke Van Puymbroech, Ph.D., CTRS and Bryan McCormick, Ph.D., CTRS
11:00 - 11:30 a.m. Parent Perceptions of a Martial Arts Program for Children with Special Needs Andrea Melanson, OTR/L and Lisa Mische Lawson, Ph.D., CTRS
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Relationship of Caregiving Demands to Caregiving Appraisals and Quality of Life in Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities Pei-Chun Hsieh, MS, Marieke Van Puymbroech, PhD., CTRS and Bryan McCormick, PhD, CTRS
12:00 - 2:00 p.m. (.10 CEUs) │ CEU Session #70 │ Grand Hall │ Luncheon, Presidential Address, and Dr. Allen Heinemann
Defining and Measuring Community Participation: What Matters to People with Disabilities? Allen W. Heinemann, Ph.D., ABPP (RP), FACRM
This session will help individuals identify how treatment population participation can be influenced and measured. It will include demonstration of utilizing useful
online tools as well. At the conclusion of this presentation, learners will be able to: discuss a conceptual framework of environmental factors that affect community participation; describe approaches to measuring community participation; and utilize a web site that describes measurement properties of rehabilitation outcome instruments.
2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Concurrent Educational Sessions
Reiki Level II: A Healing Art (Part 1 of 2 – must attend both sessions and have received Reiki I certificate to receive Reiki II certificate.) Limit: 10 Participants. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #71 │ ILLINOIS CENTRAL Nancy E. Richeson, Ph.D., CTRS
This first session will provide the CTRS with the opportunity to receive important information toward earning the Reiki Level II certificate. Reiki II will provide the attendee with the opportunity to enhance their professional practice by learning advanced Reiki skills. The recreational therapist will learn how to incorporate Reiki into the APIE process and how to advocate for this complementary modality. A take home test, additional reading, and practice assignments will be given at the end of the session. The participant must have a Reiki Level I certificate or have attended the Reiki I preconference to be eligible for this session.
The participant will: learn advanced their professional practice by learning Reiki skills e.g., distant/absentee Reiki techniques, meditation, Reiki healing symbols; learn how to incorporate Reiki II skills into the therapeutic recreation process; and learn to advocate Reiki as part of your recreational therapy practice. 4). Receive Reiki Level II attunement and certificate if they choose. NCTRC Recertification: Continuing Professional Competence (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #72 │ CHESAPEAKE & OHIO (C&O) Robin McNeal, CTRS, and Susan Kaufer, CTRS
This session provides an in depth coverage of recertification standards and requirements. Continuing education, professional experience, and re-examination will be described in detail. Utilization of the 2007 NCTRC National Job Analysis Study in relation to recertification requirements will be discussed.
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Participants will: be able to describe the NCTRC CTRS recertification standards including the two components, interpretive guidelines and necessary hours required for recertification; demonstrate the ability to access the 2007 National Job Analysis Study and awareness of how the 2007 National Job Analysis Study relates to recertification; and be able to describe the NCTRC recertification review process.
Program Development, Service Learning and Research in a Cancer Center (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #73 │ BALTIMORE & OHIO (B&O) Lisa Mische Lawson, Ph.D., CTRS
This session describes the expansion of interventions for cancer patients, the role of students in supporting interventions and the development of a funded research program. Participants will: understand the unique challenges of cancer patients, particularly those receiving bone and marrow transplants (BMT); identify programming appropriate for people who have had a bone or marrow transplant (BMT); understand how to incorporate students into service delivery in an outpatient cancer clinic; and understand steps to developing funded research to advance the profession.
Internationalizing the RT Curriculum: Teaching Recreational Therapy in Taiwan (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #74 │ ILLINOIS EAST Maridith A. Curfman-Janssen, Ph.D./CTRS
Programming and services for people with disabilities has become more prevalent in Taiwan over the past ten years. The process of teaching RT at a Taiwanese University as well as the future of RT in Taiwan will be introduced. Participants will be able to: identify the increase of programs and services for people with disabilities in Taiwan; discuss the outcomes of introducing the profession of RT in Taiwan; and articulate the process of setting up an international RT curriculum.
Using and Supporting Alternative & Augmentative Communication in Recreational Therapy (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #75 │ NEW YORK CENTRAL Matthew Frye, CTRS/L
Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) technologies and techniques can be unfamiliar or intimidating. This session will provide a basic understanding of AAC and a discussion of its connection to RT. Participants will be able to: identify three popular AAC technologies and their respective functions; state an understanding of how RT can support the development of communication skills using AAC; and identify at least one AAC technology that may improve their own practice.
Coverage Where are We Now (Discussion of Current Coverage of Physical Rehabilitation & Psychiatric Facilities) (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session # 76│ MILWAUKEE Tim RJ Passmore, Ph.D., CTRS
This session will cover current information regarding how and in what manner recreational therapy is covered in the inpatient physical rehabilitation, inpatient psychiatric, and partial/day psychiatric hospitalization. There will be time for questions and answers. Participants will be able to identify: how Recreational Therapy is covered in the Inpatient Physical Rehabilitation Treatment setting; how Recreational Therapy is covered in the Inpatient and Partial Day Psychiatric Treatment settings; and who they are to contact and what they are to do if a question of coverage arises in their treatment setting.
Research Institute: Part 3 (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #77│ ILLINOIS WEST
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(Must attend all session included in each Part to receive CEU credit.)
2:00 - 2:30 p.m. The Discussion Continues: Thoughts on the ATRA/ARTA Debate Angela J. Wozencroft, Ph.D., CTRS
3:00 - 3:30 p.m. Spirituality Wellness/Health Among Recreational Therapy Professionals: A Snapshot Steven N. Waller, Ph.D., DMin, and Angela J. Wozencroft, Ph.D., CTRS
Intergenerational Science Programming: A Catalyst for Motivation in Older Adults (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #78 │ NICKEL PLATE Ila Schepisi, MTS, CTRS Discover how intergenerational science interventions ignite motivation to remediate apathy in dependent older adults with depression and/or dementia. Learn how science processing skills compare to natural motivators, hear our research results, and engage in the implementation of science interventions.
Participants will be able to: define and compare science processing skills & natural motivators; evaluate and explain how intergenerational science interventions can decrease depression in older adults with dementia; plan and implement a Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM) intervention for the geriatric population, and list possible objectives for therapeutic value.
Reiki Level II: A Healing Art (Part 2 of 2 – must attend both sessions and have received Reiki I certificate.) Limit: 10 Participants. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #79 │ ILLINOIS CENTRAL Nancy E. Richeson, Ph.D., CTRS This second session will provide the CTRS with the remaining knowledge and opportunity to receive the Reiki Level II certificate. Reiki II will provide the attendee with the opportunity to enhance their professional practice by learning advanced Reiki skills. The recreational therapist will learn how to incorporate Reiki into the APIE process and how to advocate for this complementary modality. A take home test, additional reading, and practice assignments will be given at the end of the session. The participant must have a Reiki Level I certificate or have attended the Reiki I preconference to be eligible for this session.
The participant will: learn advanced their professional practice by learning Reiki skills e.g., distant/absentee Reiki techniques, meditation, Reiki healing symbols; learn how to incorporate Reiki II skills into the therapeutic recreation process; and learn to advocate Reiki as part of your recreational therapy practice. 4). Receive Reiki Level II attunement and certificate if they choose. International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health: Understanding the Basics and the Applications for Recreational Therapy Practice (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #80 │ BALTIMORE & OHIO (B&O) Thomas K. Skalko, Ph.D., LRT/CTRS, and Bryan McCormick, Ph.D., CTRS
This session will provide an overview of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) proposed by the World Health Organization. An understanding of the ICF and its application in recreational therapy services will be addressed. An update on the Procedural Manual and Guide for a Standardized Application of the ICF will be discussed.
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Upon completion of this session, participants will: demonstrate understanding of the rationale for the ICF; demonstrate an understanding of the framework for the ICF; and be able to identify at least two ways to implement the ICF into RT practice.
Empowering Transgender and Gender Variant TR Service Users (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #81 │ MILWAUKEE Stephen T. Lewis, M.S., CTRS In this session, participants will explore and discuss issues related to culturally appropriate TR service provision for transgender/transsexual/gender variant service users. By the end of the session, the participants will be able to: describe and distinguish between the main labels and definitions related to transgender and gender diversity; identify implications related to working with trans-identified service users in different delivery settings; identify implications related to working with trans-identified service users specific to the different stages of the TR Process; understand the stance of both the American Psychological Association and the Healthy People 2010 initiative related to transgender/gender diversity; and reflect on personal attitudes towards gender and diverse gender expressions.
The Rise and Fall of Recreational Therapy in New Zealand (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #82 │ ILLINOIS EAST Glenn Kastrinos, M.Ed., CTRS, LRT
Why did Recreational Therapy fare so poorly in a country that was so ripe for it? This session will review the short life of recreational therapy education in New Zealand and what could have been. Although there was tremendous potential for Recreational therapy to take hold in New Zealand, the field struggled to define itself within the country’s culture. The conflicts that arose and the eventual cutting of RT programs can be viewed as an isolated incident or a reflection of some of the inherent difficulties we are facing in Recreational Therapy. The presenter will share adventures and candid insights about his experiences in New Zealand and what the profession can learn from if it wants to grow internationally. Participants will be able to: articulate the difference between fitting RT into a culture and fitting a culture to RT; state three reasons RT was not successful in New Zealand; and learn about a universal health care system that could have been a great fit for RT.
Writing Measurable Functional Outcome Goals (Part 2 of 2.) Limit: 50 Participants. (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #83 │ CHESAPEAKE & OHIO (C&O) (Must attend both sessions to receive CEU credit.) Laurie Reddick, M.A., LRT/CTRS, CCLS, and Marcia Smith, M.A., CTRS, HFS These sessions will help participants identify functional outcomes associated with specific client needs. Participants will have hands-on practice for writing measurable functional outcome goals for client their population(s). Participants will be introduced to a model bridging this to colleagues in a department. Participants will be able to: describe the rationale for writing functional outcome goals; identify three of the key components necessary to include when writing functional outcomes goals; identify two functional outcomes for the two needs assessed in their client population; and identify at least one practical application for taking it back to a department setting with colleagues.
Research Institute: Part 4 (.15 CEUs) │ CEU Session #84 │ ILLINOIS WEST (Must attend all session included in each Part to receive CEU credit.)
4:00 - 4:30 p.m. Impact of Multisport Recreation on Biological Markers of Minority Youth Duston Morris, Ph.D., M.S., CTRS, and Liz Dobbins, B.S.
4:30 - 5:00 p.m. Effects of recreational therapy and exercise on quality of life and distress in breast cancer survivors Diane G. Groff, Ed.D., CTRS, and Claudio Battaglini, Ph.D.
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5:00 - 5:30 p.m. Modeling Change and Variability in Daily Pedometer Steps of Older Adults: Preliminary Results of a Pilot Intervention on Self-Efficacy, Balance, and Walking Elizabeth H. Weybright, M.S., CTRS, John Dattilo, Ph.D., Lynn Martire, Ph.D., and Jinger Gottschall, Ph.D.
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. │ CONRAIL│ Pizza party! Let’s get together one last time before heading home. Enjoy pizza and soda at a minimal price, while we say our good-byes.
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……..Conference Site and Lodging Information………
Crowne Plaza at Historic Union Station 123 West Louisiana Street Indianapolis, IN 46225 Unlike most downtowns, Indianapolis comes alive after dark. Over 200 restaurants and clubs, live music and shows, and a four-story shopping mall are all right there, in the heart of everything, when you’re ready to relax or have some fun. And when you’re ready to go back to your room, you just stand up and walk there – it’s a campus-like feel, with no tedious shuttling back and forth through endless traffic, like in a lot of convention cities. A few “Only In Indianapolis’s”. The Travel Channel declared the St. Elmo Steak House shrimp cocktail the “world’s hottest meal.” Sports Illustrated’s Peter King calls Indianapolis “the most walk-able downtown in America.” USA Today called our award-winning art museum one of the worlds “Top 10 Best Places To Propose.” Indy’s walk-able/jog-able/ bike-able Cultural Trail was deemed “an astonishing and amazing vision” by the Project for Public Spaces in New York’s Andy Wiley-Schwartz, who added, “There’s really nothing like this in the world.” A City Of/By/For Sports Lovers. Tour the homes of the Colts, the Pacers and Indiana Fever, or catch a game at Victory Field, which Sports Illustrated called “the Best Minor League Ballpark in America.” Cross the street to try your hand at various college sports – shooting hoops in a Hoosiers-style gym mock-up, whacking a tennis or golf ball – in the NCAA Hall of Champions. Or come ready to swim laps at the world-famous Indiana University Natatorium, site of more than a dozen world records. If you want to really let off steam, there’s miles of scenic running (not surprising in the city that hosts the nation’s largest half-marathon). And if you golf, we’ve got news: Indy is home to celebrated golf course designer Pete Dye – while you’re here, you can play some of his best work, including a course built in the infield of the venue that hosts the world’s first- and second-largest one-day sporting events – the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Perhaps you’ve heard of it.
Parking Information: Number of Parking Spaces: 80; Daily Parking Fee: $16.00 (USD); Valet Parking Available: $18.00 (USD) NOTE: ATRA Conference Attendees receive $10 off Daily Parking/Overnight Guest Rate.
Monthly Climate Averages for Indianapolis
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September 77.4 55.2 2.88 0.0
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2012 ATRA Mid Year Professional Issues Forum On the Hill (Capitol Building Art) Sunday, February 26 – Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel in Baltimore, Maryland Reservations: 800-325-3535 or 410-962-8300 $119 single/double; $139 triple; $159 quad (+ applicable state and local taxes, currently 15.5%) 2012 ATRA Annual Conference (ATRA logo with boot) Friday, October 12 – Monday, October 15, 2012 Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort in Phoenix, Arizona Reservations: 800-947-9784 $99/night (+ applicable state and local, and occupancy taxes, currently 13.27%)
