Engaged In Rec

David joins me to talk about Virtual Reality and its future, but also about the importance of maintaining relationships between the service provider and the Activity Professional in order to optimize the use of the product. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

I am excited to welcome Alexis on Engaged In Rec to share her knowledge and passion of horticultural therapy. As someone without a green thumb, yet knowing the importance of providing opportunities that include a green space, it's great to have Alexis lead the way and teach Activity Professionals how to facilitate these types of programs. Take a look/listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Carrie is a jack of all trades and joins me to share about her journey with Dementia Darling, the incredible products that come from Eugeria and how she became a "Gero-Influencer". We laughed SO MUCH in this episode while we shared stories from our time in the field. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Paul joins me all the way from Australia to talk about his product Lumin, a communication tool for seniors living in their homes, in aged care and in retirement living. Imagine your calendars, menus, resident directory, attendance, photo sharing, newsletters, meeting minutes, (to name a few) all in a one stop shop. That's Lumin. Check it out here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Listen as Joe Hausch joins me to share how PHOTAVIA® creates time relevant, all-inclusive media experiences via art, part video experience and part education, with a strong and developing neuroscience focus premised on how pleasant thoughts invoked by visual memory triggers can be of therapeutic benefit to sufferers of dementia, Alzheimer's, and PTSD, among others. I am very excited to introduce you to his new V-Clips Series that will help with the engagement of your residents. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

This one is near and dear to my heart because of my love for working with people who have dementia. Allyson joins me to introduce ZinniaTV, an app available on all of your devices with videos that improve the quality of life for people living with mid- to late-stage memory loss or dementia by bolstering a sense of identity and fostering connection with loved ones and care partners at home and in long-term care settings. You've got to check this one out! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Guess who's back? Alexis came on Engaged in Rec two years, back at the very beginning of Season 1 and I needed to invite her back because of all the incredible things she's been up to. You've got to listen to this episode to learn about how you can access Alexis' Bridgetown Music Therapy program (and even get some freebies!) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

If you don't grow with technology, you'll fall behind. Colin Pudsey from Australia's SilVR Adventures joins me to share how Virtual Reality is a upcoming modality for Recreation Therapists and how important it is to include in group and individual programming. Check out SilVR Adventures at SilVR Adventures - Virtual Reality Experiences for Seniors --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

In this episode, we turn the tables and instead of me (Karina) interviewing a Guest, the amazing Recreation Therapists from Real Talk Rec Therapy, Carol and Jana help me dive into my own "why?" and I delve out what I've been up to since Season 2. You can check them out at: https://realtalkrecreationtherapy.com/ And listen to their podcast on all your favourite platforms! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Welcome to Season 3. I'm so glad you're here. I've had a blast meeting individuals and organizations that provide resources and tools to Recreation Therapists and Activity Professionals who work specifically with senior living. I hope you enjoy this season, as much as I enjoyed creating it! -Karina --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Join me as I dive deep into a discussion about the differences in Recreation Therapy across the globe with Global Therapeutic Rec Leader, Orquidea Tamayo Mortera. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Mary Beth Flynn shares how she founded Artfully Aging and how everyone has the creative ability to become an artist. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

An Easter interview with my very own baby bunny, my 6 year old, Ryan. In this quick 5 minute interview, he shares his perception of my work with older adults in retirement. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Join Diana Sowers Senior Clinical Audiologist as we dive into how important hearing is for our Residents to be able to engage in meaningful and purposeful activities. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Join me as I chat with Steve Benedetto Owner and Founder of Respectful Beats to learn all about how drumming can enhance your programming, how to start a drumming program, and how Respectful Beats trains Activity Professionals to facilitate their own sessions properly. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Today, I talk to Steven about how to train your brain to engage in consciousness through habits. We discuss motivating residents, gratitude and how to encourage self awareness at work. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

In this episode, I talk about my St. Patrick's Day and I share my wild experience of manifesting Engaged In Rec! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

Loretta Veney sits down to tell me her story as a caregiver for someone who had dementia and how her engagement with her mother encouraged others to be more active as well. Loretta is an author, keynote speaker and a facilitator of Lego Serious Play and an absolute delight to chat with! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

I'm so happy and grateful to see you again this season. In this short first episode, I talk about what I've been up to since Season 1 and what this Season 2 is all about! I can't wait to introduce you to the people I've chatted with so far. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engagedinrec/message

SingFit is a tool that you have GOT to check out! Co-founder Andy Tubman and I talk all about how we can achieve all dimensions of wellness in a beautiful and strategic program. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Have you heard of Tovertafel?Valerie Larochelle and Marie-Anne Bazerghi share the details of how Tovertafel benefits older adults through their Dutch "Magic Table" projections. Check it out: Tover.care --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Join me in speaking with Amanda Liles, Project Manager of International Development for Famileo as she shares how Famileo and its Gazette is becoming a number one tool in connectivity between family members. --- Joignez-vous à moi pour discuter avec Amanda Liles, chef de projet du développement international pour Famileo, alors qu'elle partage comment Famileo et sa Gazette deviennent l'outil numéro un de connectivité entre les membres de ta famille. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Join Breeanna Tudda, Recreation Coordinator and CTRS from Saskatchewan as we talk about the differences between rural and urban programming for older adults. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

I get to sit down with my very first Assistant, Hayley Kelderman who helped open a luxury retirement community with me. We discuss the transition between being an assistant and growing into a manager and reminisce about the amazing programs we once did together. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Kris Chana, CEO ActivAge Care joins Engaged In Rec to share his experience going from finance, to living in his assisted living home, to running adult day programs and home care services. What an incredible chat! Have you seen my brand new TikTok acct? It's so much fun and super relatable @engagedinrec --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Jess from Jess Jones Rec Therapy re-joins Engaged In Rec to share the amazing progress she has made in the past year. If you don't know Jess, you'll be glad to meet her here and if you DO know her, you'll be SO EXCITED for her update, just like me! Don't forget to check out Engaged In Rec On TikTok @engagedinrec for tips, tricks, and Real Life Stories From The Rec Desk. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Join me as I chat with Rec Therapist, Anita Rebelo about our hobbies, avoiding burnout and flow theory. Check out my brand new TikTok acct @engagedinrec --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Happy Easter! Let's talk about being competitive! Cheers all! Check me out on my BRAND NEW TIKTOK ACCT! @engagedinrec --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Join me as I chat with Lisa Joworski, creator of AWEstruck! Aspirations while she shares her meaningful and printable activities specifically for individuals with memory loss. Etsy.com/shop/awestruckaspirations --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Social Robot's founder Lee St.James joins Engaged In Rec to share how Mindy (a Social Robot) came to be and how it can assist RTs and Activity Professionals with programming and reduce social isolation for older adults. You've got to check her out! www.socialrobots.ca --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

This one is different. Manifestation, Law of Attraction and how a dream started a new path. I'm so grateful you popped by! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Join me as I speak with Nathan Lamaster, founder and owner of SMART CEUs Hub, CEU Cloud, the Rec Therapy Directory and author of the book "The Entrepreneur Rec Therapist: The Business Education You Missed In School". Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Laura Kelly joins me to describe her brand new entrepreneurship journey with Empower RT. We learn about how and why she opened her own business, how the field is coming together and the benefits of collaborating with the interdisciplinary teams. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Erica Botner is a CTRS, The Manager of Senior Programs at CHSSN, and instructor at Concordia University and the Founder/Director of Recreotherapy. She discusses her passion for RT and the importance or advocacy for our profession. Check it out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Join me as I speak with Tomer Yannay who is the CMO and co-founder of PLAYWORK and am introduced to an amazing physio tool called Playball. www.playwork.me --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

It is so nice to chat with Diane about her experience as a Recreation Therapist and Author of Mind, Body, Spirit & Discovering The Purpose Of Life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

I was able to chat with Cara Dafforn from Wanna Play A Restorative Way. Learn how she incorporates mobile and door to door approaches to Restorative fitness. Cara@dafforn.org (The sound was a but choppy this time - thanks technology!) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

HAPPY ACTIVITY PROFESSIONALS WEEK! You are amazing and I am grateful for everything you do for your residents/clients/participants and co-workers!! Tell me how you were celebrated this year! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Are you a student, getting ready to write your exam or need a little more assistance? Did you know about Taylor Hooker who is the Owner and Founder of The RT Tutor? Even if you're not a student, or getting ready to take your exams, you've got to listen to this conversation, she is great! www.therttutor.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Hello beautiful people! It's nice to be back here in 2022. Here is an update to kick off the year! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Have you heard about iN2L? Mary Glick, Laura Mock and Katie Mitzlaff, three amazing Recreation Therapists and Implementation Success Managers share the benefits of iN2L's content programming and technology to assist in one to one and group programming. Check it out. www.iN2L.org for more details. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Dr. Michal Herz from Eye Click and Dwayne Jacka from PCS share their knowledge and passion for OBIE, a system that projects games and activities to surfaces for seniors to interact with. This is so neat, you have got to check it out! www.obieforseniors.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Lawrence Kosick, co-founder of GetSetUp and amazing guide, Vicki Soll chat with me about how GetSetUp provides virtual classes, courses and programs for older adults, hosted by older adults. I find out what their favourite programs are, their most memorable interactions with older adults and how GetSetUp not only improves the lives of seniors, but assists Recreation Therapists as well. www.getsetup.org --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Ouuuuu this is the REAL part of Preal life Stories From the Rec Desk. My BFF who I met in the Rec World and I chat about all things Rec. We think this might be the start of something special, tell us what you think!

Holy cow, how did I get to 30 episodes already!!!! You have got to check our this interview I had with Corrie Hermans-Webster, the Content Manager of Eversound. She shares how Eversound is a sound solution, content library and so much more. www.eversoundhq.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

I am so excited to share my interview with Marc Kanick, President of Ambient Activity (and psst....it's Canadian!) This brilliant organization provides tangible, wall mounted activity for residents to engage and communicate with. Check them out! www.ambientactivity.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Have you heard of SpinPoi ?? You have got to check this out! Dr. Kate Riegle Van West tells me all about this amazing program she studied and developed for seniors. www.spinpoi.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Responsive Behaviours and how I was reminded to look at the entire picture. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

Did you know that there is an amazing program offered at Dunrovin Ranch called Days At Dunrovin? You have GOT to learn about this because your residents that were farmers, horseback riders, animal lovers or nature enthusiasts will absolutely adore this program. Check it out!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

I quickly look back and share some behind the scenes of Engaged In Rec and I share a sneak peek of what might come! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message

I am so excited to share something that I am MEGA passionate about, Alzheimers and Dementia. I get to speak with Mari Vepsalainen who is the Program Coordinator as she walks me through the programming, support, resources and fundraising provided by the Alzheimer's Society KFL&A. Check it out. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engagedinrec/message