Adam is a retired
activity therapist at Choate Mental Health Center in Anna, who has both coached and officiated sporting events.
Natalie who works as an
activity therapist at a nursing home says she's delighted with her increased fitness ability.
"I also met with the
activity therapist, dietitian, and other members of services that would be involved in my care," she notes.
Bradley Manor
activity therapist Rozzi Kennedy added: "It was important we made this day really special.
The interdisciplinary treatment team consisted of a physician (either a psychiatrist or general practitioner), social worker, occupational therapist and/ or
activity therapist, dietitian, nurse and nursing aide, as well as at the administrative or management level, a licensed nursing home administrator.
The frail elderly frequently require the care of a multi-disciplinary team to include the physician, social worker, physical and speech therapists, occupational therapist, nursing care,
activity therapists, and transportation staff.
This instructional course has been designed for nurses,
activity therapists, nursing assistants and other healthcare staff who are or may be caring for patients with dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
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Activity therapists, therapeutic recreation specialists, and recreation therapists provide diversional activities encouraging participation, leisure education, and counseling to help people regain abilities and relieve stress.