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On-Demand: Awaken the Senses: Nature & Forest Therapy for Every Ability
Initially presented by Lauren Lang and Suzanne Cervarich on 1/20/2026 as part of the Therapeutic Recreation Institute.

This on-demand webinar invites participants to experience forest therapy firsthand while learning how the practice can enhance well-being for older adults, including those living with dementia, aphasia, and mobility challenges. Attendees will engage in simple sensory-based invitations adapted from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy framework and then explore how these techniques align with core principles of therapeutic recreation. Drawing on current research and practical field experience, the session explores how forest therapy’s accessible design honors each person’s abilities and preferences, fostering engagement, presence, and authentic connection.

Includes .15 CEUs for NCTRC or NRPA

Regular price: 35.00
Discounted member price: 20.00

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On-Demand: Building Bridges: Partnering with Families for Successful Disability Inclusion
Initially presented by Lisa Drennan on 1/22/2026 as part of the Therapeutic Recreation Institute.

Building trust with families of children with disabilities is key to successful inclusion.

This on-demand webinar provides practical strategies for welcoming messaging, intake processes, and navigating challenging conversations with empathy. Participants will hear family testimonials, explore ways to reduce non-disclosure, and shift from “Why didn’t they tell us?” to “How can we build trust?” Attendees will gain tools to strengthen partnerships, support all participants, and create camp environments where every child feels seen, supported, and able to thrive.

Includes .15 CEUs for NCTRC or NRPA

Regular price: 35.00
Discounted member price: 20.00

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On-Demand: Building Inclusive Recreation: A Therapeutic Approach Webinar
Originally presented by Hannah Lagana on November 6, 2025 as part of the Inclusivity, Diversity, Equality, and Accessibility Learning Network

0.10 CEUs

The Building Inclusive Recreation: A Therapeutic Approach program provides park and recreation professionals with information on starting and sustaining an inclusive recreation program when they don't know where to begin. By registering for this program, you will gain practical tips, sample sensory activities, and program ideas designed to engage people of all abilities through community or municipal recreation. Hannah shares her expertise, program wins, and reflections from her experience in Colonial Heights, Virginia Parks and Recreation.

Components:
1 hour-long recorded presentation
Related Attachments
CEU Survey

Regular price: 10.00

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On-Demand: Building Resilience: Addressing Climate Emotions Through Nature
Initially presented by Alexis Ashworth on 1/14/2026 as part of the Therapeutic Recreation Institute.

This on-demand webinar will explore how climate change reshapes our environment, its emotional impacts, such as eco-anxiety and grief, require thoughtful, informed responses. This session introduces foundational concepts in eco-resilience, emotional literacy, and adaptive coping. Participants will learn strategies to foster psychological safeness and address the “Hope Gap,” while balancing emotional well-being. Practical tools like mindfulness, nature-based activities, and visualization techniques will be shared. This presentation equips professionals to support participants in processing climate emotions and building resilience through meaningful engagement in nature-connected experiences.

Includes .15 CEUs for NCTRC or NRPA

Regular price: 35.00
Discounted member price: 20.00

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On-Demand: Communicating Bad News: What You Don't Say Could Hurt You
Initially presented by Leza Raffel on 2/12/2026.

When you work within the recreation and park industry, there is no such thing as a typical day. Accidents, acts of violence, personnel missteps and environmental hazards can turn your plans upside down. To make matters worse, reporters always seem to get wind of bad news before you are ready to share it.

What is the best approach when the press starts to call? Could you have taken steps sooner to prepare your stakeholders for bad news?

Includes .1 CEU

Regular price: 20.00
Discounted member price: 10.00

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On-Demand: Creating Memory Cafes in Outdoor Spaces
Initially presented by Deanna Page on 1/9/2026 as part of the Therapeutic Recreation Institute.

This on-demand webinar will highlight the concept and benefits of outdoor memory cafés—community-based social gatherings for people living with dementia and their care partners held in natural settings like parks, botanical gardens, and forest preserves.

Includes .15 CEUs for NCTRC or NRPA

Regular price: 10.00
Discounted member price: 0.00

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On-Demand: Dementia Care Communication with Validation
Initially presented by Jim Day on 1/28/2026 as part of the Therapeutic Recreation Institute.

This on-demand webinar will demonstrate how to communicate with a person who has dementia using validation and positive language. This will be an interactive session which includes role playing as residents and practicing validating language. We will learn how this process helps in other relationships as well.

Includes .15 CEUs for NCTRC or NRPA

Regular price: 35.00
Discounted member price: 20.00

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On-Demand: Disability Inclusion is Everyone’s Role: Engaging Your Entire Team
Initially presented by Lisa Drennan on 1/30/2026 as part of the Therapeutic Recreation Institute.

Inclusion doesn’t succeed through one specialist alone—it requires commitment from every staff member.

This session explores how therapeutic recreation professionals can move beyond a “doing it all” model toward organizational commitment through a teaching and mentoring approach that empowers their teams. Together we’ll uncover strategies to address common barriers, set clear expectations, and build confidence among staff without specialized training. When all staff understand their role in disability inclusion, programs gain the capacity to ensure every participant feels welcomed and supported.

Includes .15 CEUs for NCTRC or NRPA

Regular price: 35.00
Discounted member price: 20.00

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On-Demand: Exploring the Therapeutic Impact of Mindfulness and Meditation in Inpatient Psychiatric Care
Initially presented by Abigail Haubenstein on 1/12/2026 as part of the Therapeutic Recreation Institute.

This on-demand webinar will examine the clinical applications and therapeutic benefits of mindfulness and meditation practices within inpatient psychiatric care. Utilizing both clinical experience and current research, the presentation will highlight the role of these practices in reducing symptom severity, promoting emotional regulation, and supporting overall treatment outcomes for adults with acute psychiatric conditions. The presentation will also cover the influence of mindfulness and meditation on the stress response, and overall functioning; along with practical considerations for implementation within structured care environments

Includes .15 CEUs for NCTRC or NRPA

Regular price: 35.00
Discounted member price: 20.00

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On-Demand: NCTRC Recertification and Specialization Area Designation: Continuing Professional Competence
Initially presented by Susan Kaufer on 1/16/2026 as part of the Therapeutic Recreation Institute.

This on-demand webinar provides an in-depth coverage of recertification standards and requirements for the areas of specialization. Continuing education, professional experience, and re-examination will all be described in detail. Utilization of the 2021 NCTRC National Job Analysis Study in relation to recertification requirements will be discussed

Includes .15 CEUs for NCTRC or NRPA

Regular price: 35.00
Discounted member price: 20.00

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