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Therapeutic Recreation utilizes purposeful recreation and leisure to improve and/or maintain the quality of life of individuals with disabilities. Participation in therapeutic recreation programs may lead to an increase in independence and improve physical and emotional well-being.
The Parks and Recreation Department's mission is to enhance the quality of life for Burlington citizens by providing high quality recreation facilities, programs and services.
The Therapeutic Recreation Division’s goal is to provide high quality recreation opportunities for people with disabilities. Our programming is intended to be a supportive setting for all participants to recreate. We believe inclusion of people with disabilities is an essential part of a strong community.
Core Values & Benefits to Recreational Therapy:
Enhanced quality of life
Increased socialization
Improved wellness
Improved or maintained mental/cognitive, physical,
psychological/emotional, and social functioning
Increased self confidence
Increased community integration
Improve and/or maintain a positive leisure lifestyle