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ATRA SoCal : 2026 Session Description
October 17–19, 2026
The Embassy Suites, Brea, California
2026 ATRA Annual Conference – Session Descriptions
October 17–19, 2026 | Brea, CA
The following session descriptions represent the planned educational program for the 2026 ATRA Annual Conference in Brea, CA. While every effort has been made to provide accurate information, session content, presenters, schedules, and locations remain subject to change.
For a visual Calendar view, please visit: Schedule at a Glance
Continuing Education (CEUs):
NCTRC pre-approval is pending for all sessions for CEUs.
Code of Conduct:
All attendees, speakers, exhibitors, and guests are expected to uphold the ATRA Conference Code of Conduct.
To review the Code, view it here.
Note on Non-ATRA Activities:
Please note that any events or activities not listed in the official ATRA SoCal program are independently organized and not affiliated or sponsored by ATRA. ATRA is not responsible for independently coordinated events, meetups or activities not articulated in this program. Individuals interested in non-ATRA sponsored activities should contact their respective organizations directly for details.
Research Institute 1
Session Description
Research Institute 1 contains the following research oral presentations and researchers: 3-Dimensional Puzzle-Based Virtual Reality Intervention for Mental Rotation in Older Adults With Mild Cognitive Impairment Researchers: Yongseop Kim, PhD, MPH, TRS, CTRS; Jay Kim, PhD, CTRS.; Chung Sup Lee, PhD, CTRS; Junhyoung Kim, PhD The Effects of a Theme-Based Movement Intervention with Older Adults in a Veteran Long-term Care Community Researchers: Shelly Bates, PhD, CTRS Why Does Engagement Matter? The Association of Recreational Activity Engagement with Functional Ability in Long-term Care Residents Researchers: Rhonda Nelson, Ph.D., MTRS, CTRS, FDRT; Allison R. Heid, Ph.D; Kimberly S. Van Haitsma, Ph.D Each oral presentation will last 15 minutes followed by a cumulative facilitated Q&A at the end of the session.
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Research
Target Audience
Students