Do you have any recommendations for recreation therapy nonprofit groups?

2016-08-23T13:58:23-04:00

Response by CPL Deanna Green (Parkinson) made Aug 23 at 2016 2:47 PM

2016-08-23T14:47:30-04:00

I had very good results with equine therapy for my chemical dependency and intellectual disability clients. Check out http://www.eagala.org. Hope this helps!

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Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 23 at 2016 3:17 PM

2016-08-23T15:17:55-04:00

There are studies that show exercise can have the same chemical release effects as many drugs. Not only is it a great way to channel anger but you get a bit of satisfaction out of it. I am sure there is a way to incorporate it. And when your done- you might be too tired to think

Response by Maj John Bell made Aug 23 at 2016 3:50 PM

2016-08-23T15:50:33-04:00

This may be contrary to the "recreation" part of your recreation therapy. But I believe nothing is better "chicken soup" for the mind and body than helping someone who needs help and can do nothing in return beyond saying "Thank You". The art is finding the worthy project that matches the team and the recipient and convincing people to get involved.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 23 at 2016 5:06 PM

2016-08-23T17:06:07-04:00

What part of the country are you in? When I left the Army the first time around I interned at a TBI/SCI rehab hospital in the Denver area that had an awesome T-Rec program.

Response by MSG Wade Huffman made Aug 23 at 2016 6:27 PM

2016-08-23T18:27:38-04:00

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Response by CH (MAJ) Thomas Conner made Aug 23 at 2016 8:23 PM

2016-08-23T20:23:30-04:00

I belong to both Wounded Warriors and Project Healing Waters. Both offer therapy according to your limitations. I enjoy both!

Response by MSG Darian Rucks made Aug 25 at 2016 12:23 PM

2016-08-25T12:23:50-04:00

Martial Arts! Helps you focus mentally and is a great physical activity!