Research shows that therapeutic recreation makes a positive contribution to one's overall health and well being. In addition to providing avenues for exercise and self-expression, therapeutic recreation also provides the opportunity for individuals to interact, take risks, develop self-esteem, establish life roles, and learn new skills in a safe, structured, non-threatening environment.

Participation in the day treatment program:

Skyland Trail encourages individuals to participate in meaningful recreation and leisure activities. The therapeutic recreation staff educates individuals about, community, recreation, and leisure resources in order for them to pursue their personal interests when they transition from Skyland Trail into the community. Our community integration class takes individuals out in the community using public transportation.

Individuals are able to enhance their current skills and develop new skills for daily living and independence while engaging in real life situations. Other therapeutic recreation classes include team sports, team building, goal setting, life skills, task completion, sit down aerobics, problem solving techniques, and wood working.

Therapeutic Recreation facilities:

• Fitness Center
• Large Gymnasium
• Dark Room for Photography
• Salon
• Woodshop
• Life Skills Room
• Computer Lab
• Kiln for Pottery

Student Internship:

The Therapeutic Recreation Program offers an extensive internship under the guidance of a Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS). Please refer to the internship link for more information.

Life Enrichment Adult Program (LEAP):

In the coninuum of care for individuals, Skyland Trail offers a less intensive community and social based program coordinated and facilitated by a Therapeutic Recreational Specialist.
LEAP -link for more information.