Texas Recreation and Park Society

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Saturday, October 9, 2021

	Start Date	End Date	Start Time	End Time
Morgan's Wonderland- Exploring adaptations in ultra-accessible spaces	10/9/2021	10/9/2021	9:00 AM	10:15 AM	10/9/2021 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM Presenter: Audrey Sutterfield, CTRS Morgan's Wonderland- Exploring adaptations in ultra-accessible spaces .1 CEUs Morgan's Wonderland (MWL) sessions participants will gain knowledge and identify the essentials of the worlds first Ultra-accessible park. Discuss the innovative adaptations, unique design's, and all of the purpose behind this one of a kind place. Hear from a CTRS on staff about the TR process, how its defined and used in this facility.
Self-evaluation and application of the NCTRC Job Analysis Domains	10/9/2021	10/9/2021	9:00 AM	10:15 AM	10/9/2021 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM Presenter: Jennifer Weatherford, CTRS & Melissa Davis, CTRS Self-evaluation and application of the NCTRC Job Analysis Domains* .1 CEU We will define and evaluate ourselves, our organizations based on the NCTRC Job Task Domains and Professional Knowledge Domains. This will be an interactive session to share best practices of CTRS's based on the 2014 NCTRC Job Analysis Report. *this session content is CE pre-approved by NCTRC
Establishing Goals Driven Programming in Therapeutic Settings	10/9/2021	10/9/2021	10:30 AM	11:45 AM	10/9/2021 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM Presenter: Establishing Goals Driven Programming in Therapeutic Settings Establishing Goals Driven Programming in Therapeutic Settings .1 CEUs Data driven services are the future of the Therapeutic Recreation Field. Finding a starting place when establishing research based programming and collecting data can be scary and intimidating. Join Jesse Enriquez, CTRS and Caroline Melcher, MT-BC for this interactive and hands on session that will outline and discuss a pilot program for children and adolescent patients in behavioral health settings at Laurel Ridge Treatment Center.
Finding a Place to Play	10/9/2021	10/9/2021	10:30 AM	11:45 AM	10/9/2021 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM Presenter: Ericka Kofkin Finding a Place to Play* .1 CEU Discover a world where playgrounds are invisible, unicorns exist, and dolphins swim on land. Discuss the global impact of one city's mission to create a place where everyone can play together. Attendees will identify how to bring an Impossible Checklist to life, before stepping into the Magical Park, where technology, ingenuity and parks come together for the worlds most equitable playground. Participants will be able to Define virtual and augmented reality Participants will be able to Activate a variety of accessibility features inside the Magical Park Participants will be able to List strategies for marketing, promoting and inviting the community into an invisible play space. *this session content is CE pre-approved by NCTRC
CRIT- Using a PMR Facility to Implement Treatment for Kids w/ Disabilities	10/9/2021	10/9/2021	12:45 PM	2:00 PM	10/9/2021 12:45 PM - 2:00 PM Presenter: Natalie Klinsky, CTRS & Gabriella Perlinger, CTRS CRIT- Using a PMR Facility to Implement Treatment for Kids w/ Disabilities* .1 CEU We will discuss and go hands on in a physical medicine and rehabilitation clinic that implements treatment for children and adolescents with physical disabilities. Determine how a state of the art facility utilizes equipment and an interdisciplinary team approach to provide the best treatment and outcomes to the patients and families among CRIT. This session will include hands on learning, discussion, and group activities. *this session content is CE pre-approved by NCTRC
Life’s Better Outside: Breaking Barriers w/ TPWD Community Outdoor Outreach	10/9/2021	10/9/2021	12:45 PM	2:00 PM	10/9/2021 12:45 PM - 2:00 PM Presenter: Jessica Lagalo & Lisa Henderson Life’s Better Outside: Breaking Barriers w/ TPWD Community Outdoor Outreach* .1 CEUs The benefits of nature are powerful for all audiences, but how can your group overcome the financial roadblocks of staffing, training, equipment, and transportation? Let us help you define and discuss the break down of barriers and craft a successful grant proposal that blends the needs of your organization with TPWD resources and outreach programs, such as our Texas Outdoor Family guided camping program. *this session content is CE pre-approved by NCTRC
Chromotherapy For All	10/9/2021	10/9/2021	2:15 PM	3:30 PM	10/9/2021 2:15 PM - 3:30 PM Presenter: Cassandra Chapa, CTRS Chromotherapy For All* .1 CEUs Chromotherapy, or color therapy is a therapeutic modality that uses all the colors on the spectrum to positively affect our moods. This interactive session will lay the foundation, determining the body of knowledge for TR through evidence-based chromotherapy research. Attend the session to discuss this trendy modality and how to use it effectively at your facility. *this session content is CE pre-approved by NCTRC
Ensuring your online presence is accessible to all	10/9/2021	10/9/2021	2:15 PM	3:30 PM	10/9/2021 2:15 PM - 3:30 PM Presenter: Whitney Bishop, Cristina González & Cynthia Pickens Ensuring your online presence is accessible to all* .1 CEUs The majority of Americans get their information through websites and social media. But many of those sites are not accessible to people with disabilities. In this session, we’ll discuss best practices for ensuring your online content is accessible to all. Through examples and analytics, we’ll define how online accessibility can enhance audience engagement. Participants will leave with a checklist for crafting accessible online content. *this session content is CE pre-approved by NCTRC