2023 ATRA Annual Conference Program (Tentative)
St. Louis, MO - Hilton Frontenac St. Louis
On-SIte Program for the 2023 ATRA Annual Conference September 9 - 12, 2023
*Sessions subject to change.
* ALL CEUs have been approved by NCTRC.
*Check pdf for NCTRC Specialty Certification approved courses.
The Benefits of Creative Experiences for Older Adults
Session Description
During this presentation, attendees will learn about the incredible physical and emotional benefits of creative experiences for seniors and how to increase engagement in arts-based programming. The presenter will provide tips and strategies that recreational therapy professionals can employ to help remove barriers to participation in the arts and encourage creative expression in participants.
Learning Outcomes
1. Identify 6 health and wellness benefits of participating in creative experiences.
2. Implement 3 newly learned strategies to increase engagement in the arts.
3. Describe what it means to be creative and how to tap into their creative side.
Presentation Track: Select ALL that Apply
Older Adults
Target Audience
New Graduates/New Professionals
Educators/Researchers
Mid-Career Professionals
Seasoned Professionals
Primary Presenter
Cailey Massey, Artfull Enrichment Inc.
Credentials
BFA