Recreation Therapy supports individuals navigating health challenges, disability, recovery, aging, or significant life transitions. Services are personalized to each person’s strengths, goals, and circumstances.

Recreation Therapy uses meaningful activity and participation as the therapeutic medium. While physiotherapy may focus on physical rehabilitation and counselling on talk-based support, Recreation Therapy integrates physical, cognitive, emotional, and social goals through purposeful engagement. It complements other therapies and care plans.

No referral is required. Individuals and families may self-refer, and we also welcome referrals from physicians, allied health professionals, and community partners.

Sessions may occur in-home, within community settings, or in long-term care environments, depending on individual goals and preferences. In community settings, we support meaningful participation through opportunities for social engagement, skill development, and community connection.

In long-term care, we work collaboratively with existing care teams to enhance and complement the meaningful recreation programming already in place. Our focus is on providing individualized, goal-directed Recreation Therapy that addresses specific strengths, needs, and personal interests. Services within long-term care are typically privately contracted by families, though arrangements may vary depending on the facility.

Aquatic Therapy services are offered exclusively at the Spray Lakes Sawmills Family Sports Centre warm water therapy pool in Cochrane.

Session length and frequency vary based on goals and clinical recommendations. We offer both short-term, goal-focused interventions and ongoing therapeutic support.

Yes. When appropriate, we collaborate with families and care partners to support consistency, goal alignment, and overall well-being.

Fees vary depending on the type of service, setting, and level of individualized support required. We provide transparent pricing during the consultation process to ensure clarity and alignment with your goals.

Recreation Therapy services are typically privately funded and are not covered under Alberta Health Care. Some extended health plans or Health Spending Accounts may offer reimbursement, and we recommend confirming eligibility directly with your provider.

Many families view Recreation Therapy as an investment in quality of life, independence, and meaningful participation—supporting well-being in ways that complement traditional medical care.

We understand that navigating service funding can feel overwhelming, and we are happy to help families explore available options and determine what approach best fits their needs.