Recreational Therapy at Munroe-Meyer Institute
The primary goal of our recreational therapy programming is development of lifetime leisure skills.
Recreational Therapy uses play, recreation and leisure activities to improve physical, cognitive, social and emotional functioning. Individualized goals and objectives are established based on observational assessment results and in consultation with the participant and/or his/her parent or guardian.
Interventions may include
- prescriptive recreational activity
- leisure education
- community transition training
- leisure and play activities
Recreational Therapy includes
- art
- community outings
- cooking
- crafts
- dance
- music
- organized games and sports
- swimming
- other developmental recreational activities
We provide both pediatric and adult recreational therapy
Browse our services pages to learn more about the many different programs available to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex health care needs.
We look forward to providing services and resources that are meaningful to you and your family.
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Nicole Giron, MPH, HTR, CTRS
Director, Recreational Therapy
UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute
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Eva "Savannah" Bowling, BS, CTRS
Volunteer Coordinator
Recreational Therapy
UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute
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