Recreational Therapy3, LLC

Recreational Therapy3, LLC Providing recreational therapy to older adults, education to caregivers, and support to families What is Recreational Therapy?

"'Recreational Therapy' means a treatment service designed to restore, remediate and rehabilitate a person’s level of functioning and independence in life activities, to promote health and wellness as well as reduce or eliminate the activity limitations and restrictions to participation in life situations caused by an illness or disabling condition." -American Therapeutic Recreation Association (A

TRA)

What We Offer:
• For Patients
o 1:1 Recreational Therapy sessions
o A Variety of Personalized Activities to
Support Health Improvement and Quality of
Life Goals
• For Caregivers
o Activity Training
o Useful Techniques related to Behavior. Difficulties
o Education on How to Decrease Caregiver
Stress and Anxiety
• Public Speaking
• BCAT® Testing - a unique applied concept for assessing and working with people who have cognitive impairments. What We Do:
• Behavior Modification
• Guided Imagery
• Re-Motivation
• Reality Orientation
• Sensory Stimulation
• Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques
• Family Interventions
• Leisure Education
• Reminiscing
• Social Skills Training
• Community Integration
• Function Interventions to Maintain or Improve
Mobility.
• Decreasing Depression
• Maintaining/Improving Cognition

Examples of Activities:
• Word Puzzles
• Number Puzzles
• Reminiscing, Exercise
• Sensory Integration
• Doll/ Stuffed Animal Therapy
• Music & Memory-TM
• Memory Games

New on the blog: Simple Steps to Prevent Falls at HomeHalf of all falls happen inside the home — but most are preventabl...
05/30/2026

New on the blog: Simple Steps to Prevent Falls at Home

Half of all falls happen inside the home — but most are preventable.
This post outlines clear, evidence‑based strategies for reducing fall risk, including:

• Environmental modifications
• Stairway and bathroom safety
• Strength & balance recommendations
• What to do after a fall

A helpful resource for caregivers, healthcare professionals, and families.
Read more: https://www.recreationaltherapy3.com/post/simple-steps-to-prevent-falls-at-home

Good lighting does more than beautify a room — it keeps your home safer as you age. Discover practical tips for layering...
05/26/2026

Good lighting does more than beautify a room — it keeps your home safer as you age. Discover practical tips for layering light, choosing fixtures, and preventing trips and falls in our quick read: Lighting Your Home: Creating a Safer, Brighter Living Space. Read more: https://wix.to/74cZeVv

So many people qualify for financial help — they just don’t know it.Every day, older adults and caregivers struggle to a...
05/14/2026

So many people qualify for financial help — they just don’t know it.
Every day, older adults and caregivers struggle to afford groceries, medications, utilities, and basic needs, even though programs already exist to ease that burden. The biggest barrier isn’t eligibility — it’s awareness.

Your new blog breaks down:
✨ Why so many people miss out on support
✨ A free, private tool that screens for benefits in under 15 minutes
✨ How to gently start the conversation with loved ones
✨ Resources for caregivers, including respite vouchers
✨ Where to find trusted local help in your community

If you or someone you care about is stretching every dollar, this information could make a real difference.

Read the full post here:
https://www.recreationaltherapy3.com/post/many-people-qualify-for-help-they-just-don-t-know-it

05/13/2026

📣 REMINDER: May 27, 2026 Dementia Capable Care Training — Still time to Register!

Executive Directors (your 10 online CE hours can be completed with ONE powerful training), LPNs, RNs, Therapists & Social Workers —


This hybrid program blends:

✨ 4 hours on‑demand learning (complete anytime before the live session)

✨ 4‑hour live virtual session on 5/27/26 to apply your new skills

If you’ve been meaning to get your hours done — this is your sign.

Practical. Person‑centered. Immediately useful in your daily work.

🔗 Register now:

Communication is more than words.It’s the glance that asks for help.The hand that says “please wait.”The touch that says...
04/30/2026

Communication is more than words.
It’s the glance that asks for help.
The hand that says “please wait.”
The touch that says “I understand.”

When memory loss enters the journey, communication—especially non‑verbal—becomes one of our greatest tools for connection, dignity, and love.
This blog explores how open, honest communication early on can strengthen relationships, preserve independence, and create moments that carry us through even the hardest days.

💙 Read the full blog and reflect with us.
📖https://www.recreationaltherapy3.com/post/the-power-of-communication-on-the-memory-loss-journey

Rhyming Riddles Day 🧩In honor of Poetry Month, let’s celebrate today with a little rhythm + brain-boosting fun! National...
04/29/2026

Rhyming Riddles Day 🧩

In honor of Poetry Month, let’s celebrate today with a little rhythm + brain-boosting fun! National Poetry Month is celebrated in April and was launched by the Academy of American Poets to invite everyone to read, share, and enjoy poetry in everyday life.

Why rhyming riddles? For people living with dementia, playful word activities can be a gentle way to spark thinking skills—like memory, reasoning, and communication—while keeping the mind engaged. And in recreational therapy, adapted games and creative activities are used to support cognitive, social, and emotional well-being, helping reduce boredom or anxiety and adding more moments of connection and purpose.

✨ Today’s Rhyming Riddle:
I’m made of letters, short or long,
I live in poems, books, and song.
You speak me softly, shout me loud—
I build your thoughts and make you proud.
What am I?

➡️ Drop your guess in the comments! (Hint: you’re using it right now 😉)

🐾💙 Happy Pet Parents’ Day! 💙🐾Today we celebrate the loving bond between pets and the people who care for them—and the po...
04/26/2026

🐾💙 Happy Pet Parents’ Day! 💙🐾

Today we celebrate the loving bond between pets and the people who care for them—and the powerful role animals play in health and healing.

For individuals living with dementia, pets and animal-assisted activities can provide comfort, routine, and emotional connection. Interacting with animals has been shown to help reduce anxiety, agitation, and loneliness, while encouraging social interaction and moments of joy.

In recreational therapy, pets are often part of meaningful, non‑pharmacological interventions. Animal-assisted experiences can support emotional well-being, communication, engagement, and quality of life, especially when words become harder to find. These moments of connection help people focus on abilities, not limitations.

Today, we honor pet parents everywhere—and the four‑legged companions who bring comfort, purpose, and unconditional love to so many lives. 🐶🐱🐾

📸 Share a photo of your pet and tell us how they brighten your day!

🐾💙

You’re caring for someone else—but who’s caring for you?Caregiving is meaningful, but it’s also exhausting. Burnout, str...
04/24/2026

You’re caring for someone else—but who’s caring for you?

Caregiving is meaningful, but it’s also exhausting. Burnout, stress, skipped meals, and neglecting your own health are incredibly common—and you’re not alone.

In this blog, Steph Ackerman of Steph’s Kitchen & Wellness shares why caregiver support matters and what real, practical help can look like—nourishing meals, mindful movement, and wellness coaching in your own home.
Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish.

It’s how you keep showing up for the people you love.
👉 Read more: https://www.recreationaltherapy3.com/post/you-re-caring-for-someone-else-who-s-caring-for-you
📍 Northern VA & DC

🌍💚 Earth Day reminds us that caring for our planet and caring for people go hand in hand.In dementia care, recreational ...
04/22/2026

🌍💚 Earth Day reminds us that caring for our planet and caring for people go hand in hand.
In dementia care, recreational therapy uses the healing power of nature to spark joy, memory, and connection. Whether it’s gardening, sensory nature walks, planting herbs, or simply soaking in fresh air and sunshine, these moments support well-being while honoring each person’s life story.
By engaging older adults in meaningful, nature-based activities, we nurture dignity, reduce stress, and promote a sense of purpose—while also fostering a deeper appreciation for the world around us.
This Earth Day, we celebrate sustainability, creativity, and compassionate care—for our planet and for those we serve. 🌱✨

Thank you to The Kensington Reston for having me at the Annual Health & Wellness Fair today. We are here till 12pm.
04/18/2026

Thank you to The Kensington Reston for having me at the Annual Health & Wellness Fair today. We are here till 12pm.

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