Defining TR/Scope of Practice Flashcards
what is leisure?
- > free time from work or duties.
- State of mind, a lifestyle
- Perceived freedom, control
- Intrinsic motivation
- Fun/enjoyment
- What is considered leisure depends on the person
what is recreation?
- > activities occurring within leisure that have restorative properties.
- Non-work related
- Bruno Hans Geba: Re-Creation “the process of giving new life to something, of refreshing something, of restoring something. This something of course, is the whole person”
definition of TR?
- a focus on health and well-being
- a description of services to person with disability
The National Recreation and Parks Association (NTRS) definition of TR?
- practiced in clinical, residential, and community settings
- uses treatment, education, and recreation services to help people with illnesses, disabilities, and other conditions to develop and use their leisure in ways that enhance their health, independence ,and well-being.
The American therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) definition of TR?
- provision of treatment services and of recreation services to persons with illness or disability conditions.
- to restore, remediate or rehabilitate in order to improve functioning and independence and reduce or eliminate the effects of the illness or disability.
- provide recreation resources and opportunities in order to improve health and well-being.
The Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association (CTRA) definitions of TR?
- recognizes leisure, recreation and play as integral components of quality of life.
- services is provided to individuals who have physical, mental, social, or emotional limitations which impact their ability to engage in meaningful leisure experiences.
- support the goal to maximize individuals independence in leisure, health, and the highest possible quality of life.
what is well-being and what are the 5 different states?
- the state of being happy, healthy
1. physically
2. emotionally
3. cognitively
4. socially
5. spiritually
WHO definitions of health?
health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
social determinants of health?
Conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age. These circumstances are shaped by the distribution of money, power and resources at global, national and local levels
what are the 12 key determinants?
- Income and Social Status
- Social Support Networks
- Education and Literacy
- Employment/Working Conditions
- Social Environments
- Physical EnvironmentsPersonal Health Practices and -Coping Skills
- Healthy Child Development
- Biology and Genetic Endowment
- Health Services
- Gender
- Culture
time as a determinant?
- we spend less time on leisure and cultural opportunities (things we love to do)
- less vacation time
- less time socializing.
who do TR’s work with?
- Individuals with disabilities (physical, emotional, intellectual, social)
- Individuals who experience homelessness
- Individuals who experience incarceration
- Indigenous peoples
- Minorities (race, gender, class)
- Children
- Youth at risk
- Older people
- Immigrants
what is a must in TR?
recognizing and programming for culture and diversity.
where do TR’s work?
- Acute care hospitals
- Rehabilitation centres
- Long-term care facilities
- Inpatient and outpatient mental health facilities
- Addiction/substance abuse rehabilitation facilities
- Home health care agencies
- Private business
- Residential facilities for individuals with disabilities
- Adult day centres
- Centres for independent living
- Public and private school systems
- Non-profit disability related/recreational agencies
- Community centres & organizations
- City recreation departments
difference between RT and TR?
- > Means approach (RT)
- therapy (in the form of recreation) used to ameliorate disease and symptoms.
- enjoyment is just a byproduct
->Ends Approach (TR)
recreation/enjoyment as a basic human need, not just because of an illness or disability
